Materials Planner

Join Kepak, one of the UK and Ireland’s leading food companies, and play a key role in keeping our retail manufacturing operations running smoothly. We’re passionate about quality, innovation, and teamwork and we’re looking for a Materials Planner who shares those values.

 You’ll take ownership of materials planning across packaging and ingredients, ensuring production has what it needs, when it needs it. Working closely with Supply Chain, Production, Purchasing, and Finance teams, you’ll manage inventory, forecast demand, and build strong supplier relationships to support an efficient, waste-reducing supply chain.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and manage materials to meet production schedules and customer demand.
• Maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOM) and purchase orders.
• Optimise inventory, minimise waste, and report on performance.
• Support continuous improvement and supply chain innovation.

• Experience in materials planning, supply chain, or FMCG manufacturing.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
• A proactive, solutions-driven mindset with great attention to detail.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability.

• Company Pension.
• Training and Development.
• Employee Discount Platform.
• Refer a Friends Scheme.
• Subsidised Canteen.

Why join us:

At Kepak, you’ll join a business that’s committed to sustainability, innovation, and its people. You’ll work in a collaborative environment where new ideas are encouraged, development is supported, and your contribution truly matters. We offer opportunities to grow your skills, take on new challenges, and be part of a team shaping the future of food manufacturing.

If you’re ready to make an impact in a fast-paced, values-driven business, apply today and help shape the future of food with Kepak.