Materials Supply Planner

Mondelēz International; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Mondelēz International is seeking a Supply Planner in Birmingham to manage material forecasts and facilitate collaboration across teams. Candidates should have a relevant university degree and understanding of supply chain systems, particularly SAP. This position offers the chance to contribute to well-known snack brands and work in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• University degree required in Supply Chain, Economics, or similar.
• Mature English communication skills.
• Basic understanding of SAP ECC/BI through formal training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver medium- to long-term forecasts of material requirements.
• Manage PO, track contract coverage, and raise requisitions.
• Collaborate with plant operations and suppliers to ensure smooth operational execution.

Skills

Communication

Planning Systems

Operations Excellence

Education

University degree

Supply Chain

Economics

Financial

Logistics

Tools

SAP ECC/BI

IBP

Job description

Description

You will deliver on the medium- to long-term (9-12 months) forecast of material requirements to suppliers and manage mid- to long-term material plans for assigned plants or co-packers across the region. Responsibilities include PO management, tracking contract coverage, raising requisitions, identifying risks and opportunities in supply plans, and collaborating with business and plant teams. You will work closely with plant operations, suppliers, FG planning, and demand teams to ensure smooth information flow and operational execution.

KPIs / Dimensions

• Optimal customer service performance and inventory levels
• Timely delivery of materials to support plant production plans
• Enhance reliability and flexibility by improving MRP accuracy with manufacturing sites
• Support project delivery with material availability and waste management

Career and Education Experiences required:

• University degree
• Supply Chain, Economics, Financial, or Logistics education or experience
• Basic understanding of SAP ECC/BI in Supply Chain through formal training and experience
• Mature English communication skills

Targets/Dimensions:

• Material coded Customer Service Level < 0.1%
• Material coded Conformance To Schedule < 0.5%
• Raw, Pack & WIP inventory coverage and waste spend metrics

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in direct material planning
• Experience within FMCG industry
• International work experience
• Experience with IBP
• APICS CPIM certification or similar
• Knowledge of additional European languages
• End-to-end Supply Chain Management experience
• Innovation and Operational Excellence skills
• Planning Systems & Reporting expertise

The role operates within a regional business model managed by Mondelēz Europe GmbH, Switzerland.

Business Unit Summary

At Mondelez Europe, we pride ourselves on our iconic brands and passionate people. Our products are created in 52 plants across Europe by over 28,000 employees. We are leaders in chocolate, biscuits, gum, and candy, with brands like Cadbury, Milka, Oreo, belVita, LU, and Tuc. Join us to be part of shaping the future of snacking worldwide.

We are an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

Job Type: Regular Supply Planning (MPS, scheduling, MRP), Customer Service & Logistics