Supply Chain Planner

Kohler Co.; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Hull is seeking a detail-oriented Supply Chain Planner. The role involves ensuring efficient production scheduling and managing inventory while utilizing knowledge of MRP/ERP systems like SAP. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and experience in a production planning environment. This position offers competitive benefits, including onsite parking and a company bonus.

Benefits

Onsite parking

Company bonus

Generous pension

Access to benefits platform

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a production planning role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems, preferably SAP.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient production scheduling and maintain materials requirements accuracy.
• Support inventory control through effective cycle counting and data management.
• Collaborate with materials planning to manage material availability.

Skills

Inventory Management

Production Planning

Data Analysis

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Continuous Improvement Mindset

Tools

SAP

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Overview

Supply Chain Planner – Onsite-Hull. Salary subject to skills and experience with benefits including onsite parking, company bonus, generous pension and access to our benefits platform.

Designing award-winning products for our market-leading brands – Mira Showers, Rada, and Recoup – is our lifeblood. We focus on investment: investing in the best technology and resources available, and investing in each and every individual. Whether you arrive at our factories in Cheltenham or Hull, receive a visit from a Service Engineer, or contact our Customer Service team, you’ll see that, no matter the department or location, we share the same values at Kohler Mira. We want you to feel part of the Kohler Mira community from day one – a collaborative, forward-focused team with a shared pride in our work and commitment to delight our customers, develop innovative products and services, and inspire our people.

To help us reach our goals, we are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive supply chain planner to join our team in Hull. Find out more below!

Opportunity

You will be responsible for ensuring efficient production scheduling, maintaining materials requirements accuracy, and supporting inventory control through effective cycle counting and data management. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in aligning production output with customer demand while optimising resources and minimising waste.

Specific Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on sales forecasts, customer orders, and inventory levels.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as needed to meet delivery deadlines and optimise capacity.
• Collaborate with materials planning to manage material availability and minimise shortages or excess inventory.
• Analyse demand trends and inventory levels to support materials control decisions.
• Maintain accurate data in ERP/MRP systems, including item master data, production orders, and inventory transactions.
• Identify and correct data discrepancies to ensure reliable planning and reporting.
• Support manufacturing and supply chain continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead and coordinate regular cycle counting activities to ensure inventory accuracy and investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies in collaboration with warehouse and production teams.
• Support annual physical inventory count processes and audits.
• Participate in daily production meetings and provide updates on schedule adherence and priorities.
• Identify opportunities to improve planning processes, reduce lead times, and enhance operational efficiency.

Skills and Attributes

• Inventory Management – Skilled in maintaining optimal inventory levels to balance cost and service.
• Production Planning – Coordinating production schedules with supply and demand requirements.
• Data Analysis – Strong analytical skills using Excel, Power BI, or similar tools to interpret supply chain data.
• Attention to Detail – Ensures accuracy in planning and data management.
• Problem-Solving – Quickly identifies issues and implements effective solutions.
• Communication Skills – Clear and professional communication.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset – Seeks ways to streamline processes and improve efficiency.

Experience/Requirements

• Proven experience in a production planning role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems, preferably SAP.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience with cycle counting programs and inventory reconciliation.
• Strong analytical skills using Excel, Power BI, or similar tools to interpret supply chain data.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and inventory control best practices.

Travel Requirements

The role will be predominantly based at our Hull site and will require occasional travel to our other UK sites and very occasional international travel.

We can offer you a lot in return!

We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With a genuine commitment to creating better tomorrows, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.

About Us

In the UK, Kohler Mira Ltd. is made up of three market-leading brands: Mira Showers, Rada Controls, and Recoup. Our brands differ in market position, but are equal in commitment to design, innovation, and providing a single level of quality regardless of price.

Kohler Mira is committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our diverse associates, consumers, partners, and global communities. As an equal opportunities employer, it is Kohler Mira’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified people in all job classifications without prejudice. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail].