Director of Planning & Supply

JR United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the beverage industry is seeking a Director of Planning & Supply to manage their operations across EMEA. This role involves overseeing demand planning and supply chain strategy, leading a dynamic team, and ensuring efficiency and commercial success. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in FMCG and team leadership, along with strong analytical skills using tools like SAP IBP and Power BI.

Benefits

Be part of a global brand

Shape operations for a major business

Enjoy a strategic role with real-time impact

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in senior planning roles within FMCG.
• 3+ years in team leadership with a strong track record.
• Hands-on knowledge of SAP IBP and planning systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end demand and supply planning.
• Develop a 3-year strategic roadmap for business expansion.
• Coach and develop a team of 6-9 direct reports.

Skills

Collaboration

Performance Management

Commercial Acumen

Data-Driven Planning

Tools

SAP IBP

Power BI

Excel

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Advocate Group

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hemel hempstead, United Kingdom

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Join Monster Energy as Director of Planning & Supply – EMEA

Location: Uxbridge, London

Division: Operations

Reports To: VP Planning EMEA

Are you ready to lead planning for one of the world’s most electrifying energy brands?

At Monster Energy, we don’t just sell drinks – we live bold, think big, and operate with intensity. As Director of Planning & Supply, you’ll take charge of a vital leadership role, overseeing demand planning, supply chain strategy, and the S&OP process across approximately 50% of our fast-growing EMEA business.

This is your opportunity to make a real difference – leading a dynamic team, managing complex, multi-site operations, and delivering supply chain excellence at pace. You’ll play a key role in ensuring availability, efficiency, and commercial success across a diverse and high-performing region.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead the end-to-end demand, supply, and S&OP planning process for 50% of EMEA volume
• Develop and deliver a 3-year strategic roadmap to support business expansion
• Coach and develop a high-performing team of 6–9 direct reports
• Achieve near-100% stock availability while reducing waste and cost
• Collaborate closely with commercial teams, NPD, bottlers, co-packers, and suppliers
• Leverage systems such as SAP IBP, Power BI, and Excel to drive data-led planning

What You’ll Bring:

• 5+ years’ experience in senior planning roles within FMCG, across multiple markets
• 3+ years in team leadership with a strong track record in performance management
• Hands-on knowledge of SAP IBP, S&OP processes, and planning systems
• Strong commercial acumen and a drive to continuously improve systems and outcomes
• A collaborative, solutions-focused mindset and confidence in working cross-functionally

Why Join Monster?

• Be part of a global brand that’s edgy, fast-paced, and performance-driven
• Shape operations for a business that moved over 138 million cases in EMEA last year
• Enjoy a role that blends strategic influence with real-time business impact

If you’re ready to bleed green, energise teams, and drive planning excellence – we’d love to hear from you.