Materials Planner II based at Benton Lane Site

Work Schedule

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Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team youll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the worlds toughest challenges like protecting the environment making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

DESCRIPTION
As a Materials Planner II at Thermo Fisher Scientific youll contribute to ensuring efficient flow of materials through our production cycle to enable scientific discoveries. Youll collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize inventory levels manage material requirements planning (MRP) and enhance supply chain effectiveness. This role combines analytical thinking with strategic planning to maintain optimal inventory levels while meeting production demands and customer expectations. Youll apply your expertise to analyze supply chain data manage vendor relationships and implement process improvements that support our mission of making the world healthier cleaner and safer.

*This will be based out of the Balliol Business park location near the Cramlington site

REQUIREMENTS
Advanced Degree with no prior experience or Bachelors Degree plus proven experience in materials planning supply chain or related manufacturing environment
Preferred Fields of Study: Supply Chain Management Industrial Engineering Business Administration or related field
APICS certification preferred
Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification preferred
Advanced proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (SAP Oracle JDE or similar)
Expert level Microsoft Office skills particularly Excel and data analysis tools
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities for inventory optimization and demand planning
Experience with MPS DRP and S&OP processes
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data management and reporting
English language proficiency required additional languages beneficial
Knowledge of inventory management principles and supply chain best practices
Experience with continuous improvement methodologies
Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders
Self-directed with strong organizational and time management skills
Knowledge of FDA cGMP ISO or other relevant quality standards preferred

About Thermo Fisher:

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100000 colleagues we share a common set of values - Integrity Intensity Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research solve complex scientific challenges drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific where diverse experiences backgrounds and perspectives are valued.