Hybrid Supply Planner: Demand Forecast & Supplier Mastery

Morgan Ryder Associates; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

25 days holiday

Hybrid working

On site gym

Job summary

Morgan Ryder Associates is seeking an experienced Supply Planner to oversee purchasing, supplier relationships and stock availability across a key product category. You will ensure on-time purchasing and delivery, optimise stock levels and maintain high customer service levels.

You will manage supplier relationships, forecast demand, coordinate bookings and work with Marketing on new product launches, while identifying cost-saving opportunities and improving supply-chain processes.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing, procurement or supply chain.
• Strong analytical and Excel skills.
• Experience of forecasting, stock management and purchase orders.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and supplier-management skills.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise and perform in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive, commercial and solutions-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing and purchase orders in line with demand and forecasts.
• Forecast demand and manage stock levels and availability.
• Manage relationships with suppliers, including Far Eastern suppliers.
• Coordinate container bookings and liaise with freight forwarders.
• Monitor supplier lead times, deliveries and potential supply issues.
• Work with Marketing on new product forecasting and launches.
• Support product re-sourcing and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to improving purchasing and supply-chain processes.

Skills

Purchasing

Procurement

Supply chain

Forecasting

Stock management

Purchase orders

Supplier management

Negotiation

Communication

Organisation

Attention to detail

Prioritisation

Independent working

Tools

Excel

Job description

Morgan Ryder Associates is seeking an experienced Supply Planner to oversee purchasing, supplier relationships and stock availability across a key product category. You will ensure on-time purchasing and delivery, optimise stock levels and maintain high customer service levels.

You will manage supplier relationships, forecast demand, coordinate bookings and work with Marketing on new product launches, while identifying cost-saving opportunities and improving supply-chain processes.