Supply Planner

William Jackson Food Group; Nelson; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK food distributor seeks a Buying Assistant to manage stock planning and supplier relationships. The role involves analyzing performance, ensuring product availability, and collaborating with teams for optimal supply chain management. The ideal candidate will have experience in the food industry and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in a buying assistant or supply planning role within the food industry.
• Understanding of negotiation and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and availability through effective forecasting.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships for delivery accuracy.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Proactive Approach

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Role

You will be responsible for accurate stock management planning and forecasting for your range, managing optimum stock levels to ensure availability and profit targets are achieved.

Working closely with the Senior Buyer in your area, you will analyze range performance, launch new products, and deliver long-term improvements in availability and waste.

What You Will Do

Forecasting & Inventory Planning:

1. Proactively drive sales and availability through effective forecasting and inventory planning.
2. Manage and maintain accuracy of all product and supplier data.
3. Be accountable for availability and waste in your category.
4. Collaborate with the wider Purchasing Team to ensure smooth seasonal product transitions and event planning, e.g., Christmas.
5. Handle daily fluctuations in pricing and ensure daily data accuracy.

Supplier Management

1. Build and maintain supplier relationships to ensure delivery accuracy and meet On Time, In Full targets.
2. Conduct regular supplier service reviews.
3. Ensure timely supplier payments.

Stakeholder Management

1. Communicate effectively and build relationships within operational IT and Sales Teams to ensure optimal stock management throughout the supply chain.
2. Coordinate with Operations Teams to plan optimal supplier deliveries and collections across the UK and Europe.
3. Ensure product quality through the supply chain by working with QC teams to drive continual improvements in quality and freshness.

What You Will Need

1. Experience in a buying assistant or supply planning role within the food industry.
2. Understanding of negotiation and supplier management.
3. Owner mentality with experience in continuous improvement and process change implementation.
4. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
5. Proactive approach with high initiative and the ability to seek out opportunities.

About Us

Wellocks is one of the leading UK food distributors in the hospitality industry, providing a wide range of fresh and store cupboard essentials to restaurant kitchens. Established in 1961, we now supply over 1,200 restaurant kitchens across the country and are part of the William Jackson Food Group, a family-owned business since 1851. Our culture is rooted in family values, diversity, and respect. We encourage applications from candidates who are excited about the role and believe they can contribute, even if they do not meet every requirement. We are committed to a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and bullying, where everyone can be themselves and develop their talents.