Material Supply Manager

Materials Planning ManagerLarbert We're leading the transition to zero-emission mobility. Alexander Dennis is a global leader in the design and manufacture of double deck buses and is the UK's largest bus manufacturer. At Alexander Dennis, and across NFI and our family of brands, we are helping to save the planet. Through our Sustainability Pledge, which guides our daily actions and long-term planning, we are passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world. To learn more about our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) journey check our website.

Our diverse, dynamic and resourceful team members embrace challenges every day which makes us the successful international company that we are. Are you ready to embrace the challenge? Come build the future with us and apply directly to your dream job!POSITION SUMMARY: We're looking for an experienced Material Supply Manager to lead our planning team and ensure materials are delivered on time, every time. You'll play a key role in supporting production across UK and export sites, optimising inventory, and building strong supplier relationships.

This is a great opportunity to make a real impact in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Lead, coach, and develop the Materials Supply team to drive performance and engagementCreate and maintain a comprehensive skills matrix with tailored training and development plans to build team capability and flexibilityDeliver accurate weekly and monthly KPI reports to monitor planning effectiveness and ensure process complianceBuild and maintain strong, commercially effective relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent and reliable material availabilityEnsure timely execution of MRP outputs and maintain real-time responsiveness to planning needsProactively identify and escalate supply gaps, providing clear analysis of root cause, impact, and corrective actionsFoster strong, collaborative relationships with cross-functional site teams to support seamless operationsEnsure material schedules and purchase orders are released promptly and followed up with suppliersMaintain accuracy and integrity of data within inventory master recordsLeverage ERP/MRP system functionality effectively to support planning accuracy and efficiencySupport achievement of inventory targetsUndertake additional duties as required to support business objectivesWHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

Relevant experience in materials supply/supply chain management within a manufacturing environmentDegree-qualified (or equivalent); APICS/CIPS preferredStrong understanding of MPS, MRP, and ERP systemsExperience with Lean methodologies (e. g. PFEP); Six Sigma desirableProven leadership and team development capabilityExcellent problem-solving, planning, and organisational skillsStrong communication, influencing, and stakeholder engagement abilitiesFlexible, proactive, and able to work under pressure and outside core hours when required WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:

Generous salary package - we reward our people at the level they deserveA 37-hour working week, with flexible working options, giving you that much needed work/life balanceOngoing employee development through a variety of in-house training initiatives along with tuition subsidies for courses at outside institutions. Annual leave entitlement which increases with tenurePension scheme to help you save for the future. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme which offers practical, impartial support on issues impacting your lifeCycle to work scheme, discounted gym membership, and regular meditation sessions as your health and well-being is important to usOUR WHY:

We move people. The world's most precious cargo. We are driven by our purpose: we move people. Our vision is to lead the evolution of sustainable on-road mass transportation and mobility and our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable. NEXT STEPS: If this sounds like you, and you're interested in coming ‘aboard', then we would love to hear from you.

Please complete our online application form and attach your CV!We care deeply about being inclusive and we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are an internal applicant, you have a responsibility to inform your current line/department manager and local human resources representative before applying for the role. Due to the volume of vacancies and applications, we would prefer that you submit your application online. If however, you require an alternative method of applying, please give us call on +44 1324 621 672 or send an email to careers@alexander-dennis. comIND-M