Fixed Term Contract: Supply Chain Planner

Univar Solutions; Widnes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global distributor of chemicals is seeking a temporary Supply Chain Planner in Widnes. This role involves managing purchase orders, ensuring stock availability, and liaising with the customer service team to enhance service levels. Candidates should have strong problem-solving skills and an ability to multitask in a dynamic environment. The company offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Market aligned pay

Diverse benefits offering

Total Rewards package

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role would be advantageous.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible with changing circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of products ensuring timely orders.
• Understand and adjust system parameters according to demand.
• Work closely with customer service to maintain high service levels.
• Initiate process improvements while maintaining appropriate stock levels.

Skills

Problem solving skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Job description

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Supply Chain Planner

Widnes

Duties

We have an exciting opportunity for a temporary Supply Chain Planner to join the Supply Chain team in Widnes. The role is primarily responsible for raising Purchase Orders and managing stock levels in and out of the business to support demand and to ensure appropriate stock levels at all times.

Liaising with the site Operations to ensure appropriate capacity is available for arranged deliveries, you will raise, expedite and deal with any issues that occur for all materials aligned to your portfolio, including managing bad inventory out of the business. You will strive for excellence in customer service whilst controlling and monitoring stock, enabling a seamless flow of goods in and out of the warehouse.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

• Manage a portfolio of products ensuring that orders are placed in a timely manner to ensure that they are delivered OTIF whilst working closely with the commercial team for any pricing, quantity or lead‑time restrictions.
• Understand system parameters and adjust accordingly when demand has changed.
• Work closely with the UKI customer service team (your customer) to ensure they have enough information to offer a high service level to the end customer.
• Using your own initiative to look for new ways to improve processes whilst keeping stock levels appropriate, achieving KPI such as percentage of stock availability.

We Are Looking For

Experience in a similar role would be advantageous but full training will be given to a confident individual with an awareness of the needs of the business and an understanding of the importance of balance. The successful candidate must be flexible with changing circumstances, adaptable and possess strong problem solving skills.

With excellent attention to detail, you will be able to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment and prioritise tasks according to business needs. You should be able to demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to deal with people of all levels of the business.

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives - from life‑saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges and respects the unique experiences, perspectives, and expertise of every employee. Through our dedicated Employee Resource Networks, we provide the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry while making a difference in our communities.

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.