Supply Chain Planner

Rich Products Corporation; Andover; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global food company based in the UK is seeking a Supply Chain Planner responsible for all aspects of supply chain planning including material planning and inventory management. The ideal candidate will ensure that products are safe and meet quality standards while collaborating with suppliers. A strong background in ERP systems and inventory management is essential. This role offers competitive compensation and benefits including paid time off and family planning support.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Parental leave

Family planning support

Volunteering & community impact opportunities

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of ERP systems.
• Experience of MRP.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all areas of Supply Chain planning including material planning & inventory management.
• Collaborative demand forecast execution and monitoring.
• Ensure products manufactured are safe and comply with quality standards.

Skills

Thorough understanding of ERP systems

Experience of MRP

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Inventory management

Food industry background

Experience of working with 3PL

Import of food stuffs

Job description

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Supply Chain Planner

Location: Andover, GB, SP11 8EZ

Custom Field 2: 39312

Category: Supply Chain

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family‑owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in‑store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

PURPOSE STATEMENT

• Responsible for all areas of Supply Chain planning inc. material planning & inventory management for production planning to deliver on demand forecast, ensuring >97.5% OTIF Customer Service level.
• To ensure products manufactured are safe, legal and comply to customers quality standards.
• Collaborative demand forecast execution and monitoring to ensure reflects reality to enable planning.
• Supplier forecasting and monitoring to drive improved availability and performance.
• Collaborative planning with Suppliers and Customers to drive out cost and improve overall performance.
• Complete Material Resource Planning (MRP) and Master Production Scheduling (MPS) to fulfil Customer demand, maximising output to available capacity and in accordance with Supply Chain policy/strategy.
• Monitor and manage KPIs including conducting root cause analysis to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure attainment to plan is reviewed and proactively amend the production plan as required to protect Customer Service level.
• Manage and maintain accurate data and system parameters within the ERP system to reflect reality and optimise use.
• Conduct system interrogation and data analysis to enable and inform recommendations and decision making.
• Maximise factory utilisation and production stability while managing inventory levels and obsolescence in accordance with the Supply Chain strategy and Supplier agreements.
• Schedule availability of materials with Suppliers, considering Supply Chain constraints.
• Lead first level Supplier performance management and develop joint action plans to drive improvements in supply reliability. Escalate poor Supplier performance to the Procurement team.
• Investigate and resolve invoice queries, as appropriate.
• Manage the return of reject stock to Suppliers.
• Support C2L programme, track launch requirements, communicate risks and work with Suppliers to ensure critical path adherence.
• Lead the implementation of new or replacement products. Managing phase in / phase out dates with Customers and Suppliers to minimise liability.
• Provide liability projections in the discontinuation process. Provide evidence for excess stock destruction including “aged stock” held by Suppliers.
• Negotiate with Suppliers to reduce lead times / MOQs where appropriate.
• MRP scorecard. Metrics leveraged to drive behaviour.
• Perform and communicate integrated business planning activities that will drive business decision.
• Evalute risks and opportunities identified in the demand plan on impact to capcity utilization, Supply Chain costs and ability to meet demand.
• Complete scenario planning to assess if supply can meet demand.
• Complete and present traceability within Supply Chain, one step back, one step forward, to address all product quality concerns, withdrawal, recall and audit requirements.
• Measure BOM accuracy and corrective actions taken.

You must comply with Rich Products Health and Safety policies and procedures at all times.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

Critical

• Thorough understanding of ERP systems
• Experience of MRP
• Proficient in Mircosoft Excel
• Inventory management
• Food industry background
• Experience of working with 3PL
• Import of food stuffs

Rich Products Corporation welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

BRINGING YOUR BEST SELF TO WORK.

As a family‑owned company, caring for our associates—their whole selves—is a top priority. That’s why we provide benefits and tools to help our people balance the integration of work and life:

• Competitive compensation
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Family planning support
• Associate resource groups
• Volunteering & community impact opportunities
• Holiday gatherings In‑house taste tests (we are a food company after all)!

Because in the company of family, all things are possible.

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family‑owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in‑store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $3.8 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.