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Brook Street; Skelmersdale; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Company pension

Wellbeing support

Collaborative team

Influence on performance

Job summary

Brook Street is sourcing a Supply Chain Planner in Skelmersdale to own a defined product range, balancing demand, supplier lead times and stock investment. You will work with both domestic and international suppliers to ensure timely, cost-efficient availability and service levels.

The role involves forecasting demand, resolving supply challenges, and driving continuous improvement across planning processes in a growing organisation.

Qualifications

• Experience in Supply Chain Planning or related roles.
• Strong forecasting and stock control knowledge.
• Experience with international suppliers.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder influencing.
• Experience using ERP/MRP inventory tools.

Responsibilities

• Monitor demand trends and maintain stock availability.
• Develop forecasting and replenishment plans.
• Review lead times and order quantities.
• Manage purchase orders end-to-end.
• Build supplier relationships and monitor performance.
• Coordinate domestic and international supply activities.
• Identify process improvements with Lean methods.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to streamline planning.

Skills

Forecasting

Replenishment

ERP/MRP

Supplier management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Tools

ERP systems

MRP systems

Job description

Join a Growing Business Where Your Planning Makes a Real Impact

Are you an organised, analytical Supply Chain professional who thrives on keeping products moving and customers happy?

We're looking for a Supply Chain Planner to join a successful and growing business in Skelmersdale. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a product category, working closely with suppliers across the UK and internationally to ensure stock is available where and when it's needed.

If you enjoy forecasting demand, solving supply challenges, building supplier relationships and driving continuous improvement, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

What's in it for You?

• Competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000 DOE
• Potential annual bonus scheme
• Company pension scheme
• Employee wellbeing and support package
• Friendly, collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to influence supply chain performance and business success

About the Role

As a Supply Chain Planner, you'll play a vital role in ensuring products are available at the right time, in the right quantities and at the right cost.

Managing a defined product range, you'll balance customer demand, supplier lead times, inventory levels and commercial considerations to maintain excellent service levels while optimising stock investment.

You'll work with both domestic and international suppliers, including Far East supply routes, making informed decisions that directly impact business performance and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Supply Planning & Forecasting

• Monitor demand trends and product performance to maintain stock availability while minimising excess inventory.
• Develop and maintain accurate forecasting and replenishment plans.
• Review planning parameters including lead times, minimum order quantities and economic order quantities.
• Use ERP and planning systems to identify risks and support proactive decision-making.

Inventory & Stock Management

• Monitor inventory levels and take action to prevent shortages or overstock situations.
• Identify potential supply chain risks and implement solutions before they affect customers.
• Support service level targets while optimising stock investment.
• Manage purchase orders from placement through to delivery.
• Build strong supplier relationships and monitor supplier performance.
• Expedite orders and resolve supply issues where required.
• Coordinate domestic and international supply activities, considering freight costs, shipment timing and consolidation opportunities.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste and enhance efficiency.
• Support improvement initiatives using Lean principles, including Kaizen, 5S and waste reduction methodologies.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to streamline planning and supply chain processes.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience within Supply Chain Planning, Materials Planning, Demand Planning, Inventory Planning, Purchasing or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of forecasting, replenishment and stock control principles.
• Experience managing supplier orders, lead times and availability risks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable using ERP, MRP or inventory management systems.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Experience working with international or Far East suppliers.
• Knowledge of long lead-time planning and overseas freight movements.
• Experience using forecasting or inventory planning tools.
• Exposure to Lean, Kaizen, 5S or continuous improvement initiatives.

The Ideal Candidate

You'll be someone who:

• Thinks ahead and plans proactively.
• Enjoys analysing data and solving problems.
• Is organised, detail-focused and highly reliable.
• Can confidently challenge suppliers and stakeholders when required.
• Balances customer service with commercial awareness.
• Remains calm and solutions-focused under pressure.
• Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a team.
• Has a genuine passion for improving processes and driving efficiency.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact on business performance while developing your supply chain career within a supportive and growing organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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