Start or grow your career in a fast-paced, international manufacturing business.
Are you early in your career or looking for a new opportunity within supply chain, planning, or logistics?
We’re offering an exciting 18-month opportunity as a Raw Materials Scheduler, ideal for someone looking to build hands-on experience in a global commercial environment. Whether you’re a recent graduate or already gaining experience in a similar role, this position offers fantastic development and exposure.
About the role
As a Raw Materials Scheduler, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our production teams have everything they need, exactly when they need it. You’ll work closely with suppliers, logistics providers, and internal teams—developing skills that are critical to any successful supply chain career.
What you’ll be doing
Material planning & scheduling
- Plan and schedule raw materials and packaging to support production demand
- Monitor stock levels and reorder points to maintain continuity of supply
- Balance inbound deliveries across the week to keep operations running smoothly
Purchasing & supplier coordination
- Raise and manage purchase orders in line with procurement strategy
- Expedite deliveries and resolve supply issues proactively
- Track supplier performance, including On-Time-In-Full (OTIF)
International logistics
- Coordinate imports into the UK, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance
- Work with freight forwarders and customs brokers to manage inbound shipments
Planning, reporting & forecasting
- Maintain daily tracking tools and requirement checks
- Contribute to monthly planning cycles and forward forecasts
- Highlight risks, shortages, and changes to key stakeholders
Problem solving & collaboration
- Troubleshoot supply disruptions and delivery delays
- Work cross-functionally with Procurement, Finance, Production, and R&D
- Support supplier issue resolution and continuous improvement activities
Why this role is a great opportunity
- Ideal for someone starting their career or looking to build on experience
- Exposure to a global supply chain and international suppliers
- Opportunity to develop skills in planning, procurement, and logistics
- Experience with systems such as SAP and forecasting tools
- Involvement in real business decision-making from day one
Who we’re looking for
We’re open to a range of experience levels, including graduates and those with some prior experience:
- Degree educated or relevant experience in a similar or administrative role
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Confident communicator with a proactive, problem-solving approach
- Comfortable using Microsoft Office (Excel skills beneficial)
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- SAP experience is advantageous but not essential
What will help you succeed
- An interest in supply chain, logistics, or manufacturing
- A “can-do” attitude and willingness to learn
- The confidence to take ownership and make decisions
- Ability to stay calm and solutions-focused under pressure
Additional responsibilities
- Support safety, health & environmental compliance (including COMAH limits)
- Assist with supplier queries, invoice issues, and internal projects
- Help resolve supply or transport-related incidents
- Be flexible when urgent issues arise (occasional out-of-hours support may be needed)
What you’ll gain
This role will give you a strong foundation in:
- Raw material scheduling & supply planning
- International logistics & imports
- Supplier management and procurement processes
- Business systems such as SAP
- Working in a dynamic, commercial environment
Whether you’re a recent graduate or looking for your next step in supply chain, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in a global business.
Global benefits
- Competitive, market-aligned compensation
- Discretionary global bonus scheme
- Discretionary Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) – for senior positions
- Company car or car allowance – varies by region and role
- Healthcare – tailored to regional locations
- Parental leave and family support – maternity, paternity, adoption (aligned with regional policies)
- Working options – flexibility where it matters, based on role and business needs
- Learning & development opportunities – training, online platforms, buddy/mentorship programs, Internal Synthomer University with L&D offers
- Wellbeing support – employee assistance program (EAP), mental health resources, wellbeing initiatives
- Retirement / pension contributions – plans vary by country
- Culture of Inclusion – where everyone can thrive
- Performance culture, global reward & recognition programmes
