Planning Co-Ordinator

Manpower are searching for an experienced Planning Co-Ordinator to support with the delivery of a new project.

The successful candidate will join our client who is a leading global paints and coatings company and a major producer of special chemicals, with leading market positions and brands in countries around the world. They operate in several important market segments ranging from buildings and infrastructure to transport, industrial and consumer goods. They are also the sector leader in sustainability and are number one in the renowned Dow Jones Sustainability Index. In practical terms, that means their sustainable solutions are in your lives, and those of your friends and family, every day. They are the people that make it possible for you to do what you need to do

• Planning Co-Ordinator
• Located in Felling - Gateshead
• Salary range up to £27,000 to £32,000 depending on experience
• Monday to Friday 36.15 hours a week

Key Responsibilities:

• Generate daily reports for the planning team
• Assist supply team in inventory management/life cycle management
• Update meeting pack for daily planning meeting
• Provide an element of admin support to the planning team
• Update/manage New Product Introductions within ERP system
• Provide general planning cover to both Marine/Yacht teams
• Communicate with COS Desk personnel to share back to stock information, discuss priorities and urgent orders.
• Perform Product Range Management activities through established processes.
• Identify improvement activities within the department.

Knowledge/Skills

• Previous experience in a Supply Chain role is preferred or the ability to learn quickly.
• Excellent communication, both oral and written, is required, as is a high level of numeracy.
• Working to standard processes will be a critical element of this role, as is a strong focus on meeting targets and being able to manage own workload
• High levels of expertise are required in Excel and Outlook. An excellent understanding of MRP and how to control it/use it is desired, ability to learn quickly essential.
• A clear understanding of Microsoft Access and PowerPoint an advantage.

Benefits:

• Accessible via public transport / On-site Parking and on-site facilities
• 33 days holidays a year (including Bank Holidays)
• Pension
• Manpower Discount offer - AA, Virgin Day experience's, Vauxhall and Merlin Entertainment group

Please contact Emma on 0191 2320012 or 07483 338100