Material Planner
Company Overview
Alloyed is a young venture-funded company built with world-class metallurgists, mechanical engineers, technicians, and software developers. Operating from our HQ in the UK but also globally, we are building the future of advanced metal components. Our innovative approach integrates proprietary software that combines advanced machine learning and physical modelling with extensive experimental facilities, enabling us to 3D print metal components more efficiently and effectively than anyone else.
Our facilities in Yarnton and Abingdon, near Oxford, are dedicated to establishing the world’s fastest, smartest, and best-equipped environment for the rapid development of additively manufactured parts and the creation of novel metal alloys for enhanced performance.
We serve a variety of sectors including electronics, aerospace, and industrial by leveraging our cutting-edge technology to build businesses across diverse markets, each with unique requirements, timelines, customers, and cultures.
Role Overview
The Material Planner plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of production by securing the timely availability of materials while optimising inventory levels.
This role supports both NPI and serial production environments, balancing demand, supply constraints, and operational priorities. The Material Planner collaborates cross-functionally with Procurement, Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to ensure material flow supports business objectives, cost targets, and delivery performance.
The role requires strong analytical capability, ownership of material planning processes, and a proactive approach to resolving shortages, improving supplier performance, and maintaining data integrity within ERP/MRP systems.
Responsibilities
Planning & Material Control
Develop and maintain material plans aligned with production schedules and demand forecasts
Translate MRP outputs into actionable supply plans and purchase requirements
Ensure material availability to support uninterrupted production
Monitor and manage material shortages, excess, and obsolescence risks
Balance demand variability, lead times, and capacity constraints
Inventory Management
Maintain optimal inventory levels in line with stock policies and working capital targets
Analyse inventory health and drive corrective actions
Support inventory accuracy through cycle counting and root cause analysis
Identify and mitigate risks related to excess and obsolete materials
Supplier & Procurement Coordination
Collaborate with Procurement and suppliers to manage lead times and delivery performance
Expedite critical materials to mitigate production risks
Support supplier performance improvement initiatives
Communicate material risks proactively to stakeholders
Data, Systems & Reporting
Maintain accurate planning parameters within ERP/MRP systems
Analyse demand and supply data to support decision-making
Track and report KPIs related to material availability and inventory performance
Support continuous improvement of planning processes and tools
Essential skills
Considerable experience in material planning, supply chain, or production planning
Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Strong understanding of MRP principles and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills
Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Desired skills
Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business or related field
APICS / CPIM certification
Experience supporting NPI and serial production environments
Experience with inventory optimisation and planning tools
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