Material and Inventory Planner

Job Title

Materials and Inventory Planner

Plymouth, Devon + Hybrid Working Arrangements

£38,085 Depending on Experience + Benefits

Full time / Permanent

As a Materials and Inventory Planner you’ll manage material requirements and inventory planning for submarine projects, ensuring operational demands are met and risks are mitigated. You’ll influence enterprise‑level decisions, work with cutting‑edge technology, and build a career with purpose in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.

• Planning and managing inventory requirements to meet operational demand
• Attending zonal reviews with production and project teams to identify material risks
• Interfacing with supply chain, quality, and logistics teams to expedite material requirements
• Producing material exception reports and supporting risk mitigation activities
• Providing analysis and insight to influence key decision‑making at portfolio level

• Experience using Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems
• Knowledge of warehouse and logistics inventory planning and control techniques
• Strong analytical, planning, and organisational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High proficiency in MS Excel for managing large datasets

We don’t have a fixed view on formal education—what matters most is your experience, skills, and willingness to learn.

The successful candidate must be a sole UK national who is able to achieve and Naval Navy Propulsion Information (NNPPI) security clearance for this role.

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva Digi Care+
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists receive 10‑days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading benefit: ability to buy or sell up to one week of annual leave
• ‘Be Kind Day’ to support volunteering work
• Excellent development opportunities and employee assistance programme

We are a disability confident employer. If you need reasonable adjustments, please email car We are committed to flexible working and inclusive culture.

21/01/2026