Supply Chain Planner

Owen Daniels; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Owen Daniels in Gloucester is seeking a Supply Chain Planner to join a growing UK manufacturer on a fixed-term basis. The role focuses on material planning, order management and inventory control to support production schedules and reduce disruptions.

The position requires strong planning experience, excellent Excel skills, and the ability to collaborate across operations, procurement, and logistics to drive continuous improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Supply Chain Planner or similar in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of supply planning, inventory management and MRP/ERP systems.
• Excellent organisational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management with suppliers and internal teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain material supply plans using forecasts, production schedules and MRP to ensure materials are available when required.
• Raise and manage purchase orders, monitor supplier deliveries and resolve potential supply issues to minimise disruption.
• Monitor inventory levels and identify opportunities to reduce excess stock while maintaining service levels.
• Collaborate with production, procurement, logistics and finance to support schedules and objectives.
• Track supply chain performance and contribute to continuous process improvements.

Skills

Supply Planning

Materials Planning

MRP/ERP

Excel

Stakeholder Mgmt

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Supply Chain Planner

Are you an experienced Supply Chain professional looking to join a growing manufacturing business where you can make a real impact? We are working with a well-established UK manufacturer that is looking to recruit a Supply Chain Planner on a 12 month fixed term basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong planning and inventory management experience who enjoys working collaboratively across operations, procurement, and logistics.

Supply Chain Planner

18 month fixed term contract

Salary dependent on experience

Working hours - Monday-Friday, Full-Time

Gloucester

Supply Chain Planner

Job Description

• Develop and maintain material supply plans using forecasts, production schedules, and MRP systems to ensure materials are available when required.
• Raise and manage purchase orders, monitor supplier deliveries, and resolve potential supply issues to minimise disruption.
• Monitor inventory levels, identifying opportunities to reduce excess stock while maintaining service levels.
• Work closely with production, procurement, logistics, and finance teams to support manufacturing schedules and business objectives.
• Track supply chain performance, maintain accurate planning records, and contribute to continuous process improvements.

Supply Chain Planner

Essential Experience/Skills/Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Supply Chain Planner, Materials Planner, or similar planning role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of supply planning, inventory management, and MRP/ERP systems.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.