Materials Planner

Manpower UK Ltd • Ansty, Warwickshire, Warwickshire • Posted June 29, 2026

Position Overview

Materials Planner
Ansty Park, Coventry
£30.00 - £35.00 per hour DOE
Full Time | 36 Hours Per Week | Initial 3-6 Month Contract
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Materials Planner to join a leading defence manufacturing business based at Ansty Park, Coventry.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on supply chain professional to support critical material availability, manage supplier delivery schedules and expedite at-risk deliveries within a fast-paced operational environment.
Key Responsibilities:

Create, maintain and manage supplier delivery schedules.
Obtain and track confirmed delivery dates from suppliers.
Expedite overdue and high-priority materials.
Monitor supplier performance and identify supply risks.
Escalate shortages and delivery issues to minimise operational impact.
Resolve late deliveries, shortages and documentation issues.
Maintain accurate supplier communication and reporting records.
Provide re...