Director of Planning & Supply

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy brand seeks a Director of Planning & Supply to oversee supply chain strategies for EMEA. Key responsibilities include managing demand and supply processes, leading a team, and driving operational excellence. The role requires a strong background in FMCG, hands-on planning knowledge, and a solutions-focused mindset to improve performance and efficiency.

Benefits

Global brand presence

Performance-driven culture

Strategic influence

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 S&OP processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead demand, supply, and S&OP planning process for EMEA.
• Develop a 3-year strategic roadmap for business expansion.
• Achieve nearly 100% stock availability while reducing waste.

Skills

Team Leadership

Commercial Acumen

Performance Management

Planning Systems Knowledge

Collaboration

Tools

SAP IBP

Power BI

Excel

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Director of Planning & Supply, Preston, Lancashire

Client: Advocate Group

Location: Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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 oversee 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.