Strategic Supply Chain Planner

Holt Recruitment Group Limited; Poole; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Holt Recruitment Group Limited is seeking an organised Supply Chain Planner to join a busy growing business in Poole. The role covers planning, purchasing and inventory management, requiring attention to stock levels and timely supplier communications.

You will engage with purchasing, sales, finance and warehouse teams to optimise stock availability and streamline processes. Strong Excel and ERP/MRP experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in supply chain planning, procurement, inventory management or logistics.
• Strong stock control, replenishment and demand planning understanding.
• Experience with ERP/MRP and warehouse management systems.
• Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables and lookup functions.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily supply planning activities to ensure stock availability meeting demand.
• Review inventory levels and forecasts to maintain optimum stock levels.
• Coordinate purchasing schedules and monitor supplier orders for timely delivery.
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain confirmations and track progress.
• Monitor stock movements and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Identify potential shortages and take steps to minimise disruption.
• Provide regular updates on purchasing activity and stock issues.
• Ensure all supply chain activities align with company procedures.

Skills

Supply chain planning

ERP/MRP systems

Excel (Pivot Tables)

VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP

Data analysis

Supplier management

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Prioritisation

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

MS Excel advanced

Job description

Holt Recruitment Group Limited is seeking an organised Supply Chain Planner to join a busy growing business in Poole. The role covers planning, purchasing and inventory management, requiring attention to stock levels and timely supplier communications.

You will engage with purchasing, sales, finance and warehouse teams to optimise stock availability and streamline processes. Strong Excel and ERP/MRP experience are essential.