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Our client in the manufacturing sector is seeking an experienced Inventory Planner to manage inventory across raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods within an ERP-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and manage inventory across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods
Oversee bonded warehouse inventory, ensuring compliance with customs and excise regulations
Run and manage MRP on ERP systems, resolving exceptions and adjusting orders
Maintain and optimise safety stock, reorder points, and lead times
Collaborate with procurement, production, and logistics to align supply with demand
Monitor key KPIs (stock turn, fill rate, days on hand, obsolescence) and report insights
Manage cycle counts, stock reconciliations, and resolve variances
Requirements
Degree or Diploma in Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or similar
Minimum 5 years’ inventory planning experience in a manufacturing environment
Proven experience with bonded warehouses and customs compliance
Strong MRP and ERP experience (e.g. SAP, Syspro, Microsoft Dynamics/Business Central)
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