2 Permanent, Product Management jobs in Motherwell, North Lanarkshire

The Materials Planner will be responsible for planning and managing materials for a specific part families. This role is crucial for ensuring that materials are available when needed to support production schedules and ensuring production order completion is aligned to the schedule while maintaining optimal inventory levels by liaising with engineering, procurement, manufacturing engineering and production schedulers.,

• Develop and maintain material requirements plans (MRP) for assigned production cells, ensuring alignment with project schedules and customer demands.
• Analyse production schedules and forecasts to determine material needs and procurement timelines
• Monitor inventory levels, identifying potential shortages or excesses, and recommend actions to optimise stock levels.
• Coordinate with procurement and production teams to ensure timely delivery of materials, minimising disruptions to operations
• Utilise ERP systems to track material usage, forecast needs, and report on inventory performance metrics
• Analyse historical data to improve forecasting accuracy and adjust planning parameters as needed
• Collaborate with production, project management, engineering, and quality assurance teams to ensure alignment on material requirements and production schedules
• Participate in cross-departmental meetings to address material-related issues and contribute to problem-solving efforts
• Identify opportunities for process enhancements within the materials planning function and implement best practices to improve efficiency
• Lead initiatives aimed at reducing lead times, improving inventory turnover, and optimising material flow
• Maintain accurate records of material transactions and generate reports for management on inventory status, planning metrics, and any issues encountered
• Prepare and present recommendations for inventory and materials management improvement, The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Required daily to stand, sit, walk, talk, hear, and see (specific close vision abilities are required to perform computer work)
• Required occasionally to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
• Required daily to use hands and fingers and arms to reach (to operate a computer and telephone)
• Required occasionally to lift and/or move objects that are light to moderate
• Required occasionally to travel (usually by air or road so may be required to sit for extended periods), The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. CELEROS FLOW TECHNOLOGY VALUES All Celeros divisions are committed to the effective use of the Celeros Values. It is important that all employees understand and utilize these values when performing the duties of his/her position. INTEGRITY: We work safely and respect our employees, business partners & environment. We always lead by example. SPEED: In our mission to bring mission-critical flow control equipment to the world, energy in our actions & urgency. ACCOUNTABILITY: We stand behind our actions and deliver on our promises. PARTNERSHIP: We collaborate across our teams & our customers to win together. We rely on each other to deliver the best outcome & celebrate successes. EXCELLENCE: We are passionate about being the best at engineering, manufacturing & maintaining mission-critical equipment. We seek quality & community improvement in every interaction. QUALITY Quality encompasses all aspects of Celeros' business, and every employee shares the responsibility to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity relating to product, process and the quality system. All employees have an obligation to identify and record any such nonconformity, and through designed channels, initiate and recommend solutions. CELEROS Flow Technology is an equal opportunity employer.


• Minimum of 3 years of experience in materials planning, inventory management, or supply chain roles, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in complex project-based manufacturing is highly desirable
• Proven track record of successful production planning and scheduling
• Proficient in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, etc.) and advanced Excel skills
• Strong understanding of materials management principles, inventory control, and production scheduling
• ASCM (formally APICS) certification (CPIM or CSCP) or equivalent is desirable
KPIs
• Manufacturing Start of Work vs Manufacturing Need Date
• Material Availability for Work Order Start Date
• Work Order Cancellation Messages
• Work Order Pull-In / Push-Out
• Work Order Aging
• Work Order Schedule Adherence
• Excess Inventory
PERSONAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively
• Demonstrated capability to manage change, Ability to work with moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone, and printers, etc.)
• Ability to work in an open planned office / individual office
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for extended periods
• Ability to sit in a car or on a plane for extended periods
  
  Celeros Flow Technology, LLC
Glasgow, Scotland, Permanent Full time For over 140 years our products have helped ensure the safe, reliable operations of key industries. With a passion for precision and partnership, Celeros Flow Technology continues this heritage of high performance and dependability, providing mission critical, sustainable flow control solutions for our customers around the globe. Celeros Flow Technology is looking for individuals with a voice and a vision. We embrace change, diversity and promote new ways of looking at old ideas. We seek talented professionals to join our world-class team of innovators in a global, collaborative & multi-cultural environment, where you will be challenged, supported, and inspired to be extraordinary.


• Competitive salary
• Opportunities to develop
• Bonus
• 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Holiday buy and sell
• Pension
• Life Cover
• Employee Assistance Program
• Digital Benefits; Health, Wealth & Lifestyle, The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.