Job Description
A great opportunity for a Supply Planning Manager to join my client a fast paced, rapidly growing supply chain team. As the Supply Planning Manager you’ll be leading a small team and responsible for management of stock at the hub and across multiple production locations.
You’ll also be responsible for supplier management and for maintaining stock components in the ERP system – we are looking for a collaborative, problem solving individual who is happy to delve into the detail.
Key responsibilities will include;
* Manage movement of stock across production sites needed for the next cycle and monitor safety stock
* Create and share a forecast of materials with suppliers
* Manage stock recount and reconciliation for each production site for month end
* Taking on process improvement projects
* Build and develop relationships with suppliers and co-packers
* Lead and develop the team on a daily basis
The ideal candidate will have the following;
* Graduate calibre or equivalent working experience
* Proven experience in a planning role from a fast paced FMCG environment
* Experience managing a team or looking for a step up
* Highly numerate with a strong attention to detail
* Ability to manage stakeholders at varying levels
* Strong IT skills, SAP advantageous
This is a great opportunity for either an established planning manager or a senior planning professional who is looking for a step up into management.
You’ll be joining a fast paced environment where no two days are the same, you’ll be working cross functionally with other supply chain and commercial departments to achieve the wider company goals.
This is a hybrid role where you’ll be required to be in the office 2 days a week.
Salary paying from £55,000 - £62,000 + bonus and benefits