£40,306 - £44,292 per annum
Harwell, Oxfordshire
2-Years Fixed Term
Reference: 11588
About Us
Diamond Light Source is the UKs national synchrotron science facility. By accelerating electrons to near light-speed, Diamond generates brilliant beams of light from infra-red to X-rays which are used for academic and industry research and development across a range of scientific disciplines including structural biology, physics, chemistry, materials science, engineering, earth and environmental sciences.
At Diamond we are currently undertaking a major upgrade of the facility, known as Diamond-II. Diamond-II will combine a new machine and new beamlines with a comprehensive series of upgrades to optics, detectors, sample environments, sample delivery capabilities and computing, which will ultimately generate an even more brilliant light source at a higher energy.
About The Role
We now have an opportunity for a Materials Planner to contribute to the logistics functions for the Diamond-II Project, for a 2-year fixed term contract. The focus will be planning for the efficient movement of materials from point of manufacture or supply to point of installation. You will also need to develop and implement new processes that underpin the supply chain.
Further Responsibilities Will Include
1. Contributing to the creation and development of the complete Diamond-II Logistics Material Master data set, ensuring unique catalogue numbers are set up for components and relevant attribute data is captured, verified and processed.
2. Providing day-to-day assistance for use of the IT Tracker software which is key to this role, and barcode scanners, label printers or other equipment used in tracking the location of Diamond-II inventory.
3. Contributing to the design layout of off-site and on-site storage solutions.
4. Working with technical teams to support development of packaging solutions to ensure delicate equipment is protected during transit.
5. Contributing to defining procedures for kitting operations that maximise the efficiencies of the outbound material flow from point of storage to point of installation.
6. Deputising for the Diamond-II Logistics Manager.
7. Representing Diamond at public engagements and other external events.
About You
You will have a degree in a relevant subject or demonstrate equivalent relevant experience.
You Will Have Experience Of
1. Inventory management.
2. Goods-inwards processing.
3. Transport planning including packing and tracking.
4. Designing and implementing supply chain processes.
5. Driving a project through to completion.
You will also demonstrate good numerical skills, accurate attention to detail and persuasive presentation skills.
Benefits
Diamond offers an exceptional benefits package to support staff in achieving a positive work/life balance. This includes 26 days annual leave plus Christmas closure, public holidays, 2 annual volunteering days and flexible working hours. We also offer an excellent defined benefit pension scheme. Staff also have access to a range of amenities on site including a nursery, cafes, a restaurant and sports and leisure facilities. A relocation allowance may also be available where applicable.
To Apply
Please use the online application process to apply and tell us why you believe you are suitable for this role.
The closing date for applications is 27th April.
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