Supply Chain Planner

Matthew James Group Ltd; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Matthew James Group Ltd in Gloucester is recruiting a Supply Chain Planner for a 12-month fixed term contract. The role focuses on day-to-day planning, supplier liaison, and ensuring materials and stock are available when needed.

The successful candidate will have experience in manufacturing, purchasing or supply chain, with ERP and Excel skills, and a collaborative, proactive approach to team work.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, purchasing or supply chain.
• Some understanding of materials planning or stock control would be advantageous.
• ERP experience beneficial.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organisation and communication skills.
• Positive, proactive approach and attention to detail.
• Team player willing to learn and support colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and progress purchase orders, liaising with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries.
• Support materials planning activities to ensure stock availability meets business requirements.
• Work closely with Category Managers, Purchasing and Supply Chain teams to maintain stock levels.
• Chase outstanding orders, obtain delivery updates and resolve potential supply issues.
• Maintain accurate purchasing, supplier and stock information within the ERP system.
• Identify potential shortages or delays and communicate these to relevant teams.
• Assist with general supply chain administration and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Materials planning

Purchasing/Procurement

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Organisational skills

Supplier communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Supply Chain Planner

Location: Gloucester
Salary: 32,000 per annum
Contract: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Working Pattern: Onsite

We are currently recruiting for a Supply Chain Planner to join a manufacturing business based in Gloucester on an initial 12-month fixed term contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous experience in manufacturing, purchasing, procurement or supply chain who is looking to develop their skills within a supportive and collaborative team.

The role will focus on supporting day-to-day planning activities, liaising with suppliers, managing purchase orders and ensuring materials and stock are available when required.

Supply Chain Planner Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and progress purchase orders, liaising with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries.


• Support materials planning activities to ensure stock availability meets business requirements.


• Work closely with Category Managers, Purchasing and Supply Chain teams to maintain effective stock levels.


• Chase outstanding orders, obtain delivery updates and resolve potential supply issues.


• Maintain accurate purchasing, supplier and stock information within the company's ERP system.


• Identify potential shortages or delays and communicate these to the relevant teams.


• Assist with general supply chain administration and continuous improvement activities.

Supply Chain Planner Skills & Experience -

• Previous experience within a manufacturing, purchasing, procurement or supply chain environment.


• Some understanding of materials planning, purchasing processes or stock control would be advantageous.


• Experience using an ERP system would be beneficial, although specific software experience is not essential.


• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel.


• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.


• Confident communicator, comfortable dealing with suppliers and internal colleagues.


• A positive, proactive approach with good attention to detail.


• Most importantly, a genuine team player who is willing to learn, support colleagues and contribute to a collaborative working environment.

Previous experience in a dedicated planning position is not essential. We are equally interested in candidates with a background in purchasing or manufacturing administration who are keen to develop their supply chain knowledge.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of 32,000 per annum.


• 12-month fixed term contract.


• Supportive and friendly team environment.


• Opportunity to gain valuable experience across materials planning, purchasing and supply chain.


• Training and development within an established manufacturing business.