Supply Chain Planner

ZipRecruiter; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to manage materials flow at their Nuneaton site. This role is vital for ensuring robust stock policies and minimizing write-offs, while also supporting project delivery and maintaining supplier relationships. You will be a key communicator, engaging with various stakeholders and contributing to the successful operation of 10 production lines. With a focus on supply chain management and MRP systems, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. If you're ready to take on this challenge, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Enhanced pension contributions

Health cash plan

Wellbeing app

Life assurance up to 4x salary

Discounted products

Onsite parking

Subsidized restaurant

25 holidays plus 8 bank holidays

Exclusive discounts via My Staff Shop

Qualifications

• Experience in materials or supply chain management, preferably with packaging materials.
• Strong communication skills for stakeholder engagement and influence.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock levels and minimize material write-offs.
• Support project delivery and build supplier relationships.

Skills

Materials Management

Supply Chain Management

Stakeholder Communication

MRP Systems (Excel, Oracle, SAP, Dynamics)

Tools

Excel

Oracle

SAP

Dynamics

Job description

Job Description

SDUK's brands include the nation's favourite cheese brand Cathedral City, along with other well-known butter & spreads (Clover, Country Life, Vitalite, Utterly Butterly), functional ingredients, and dairy-free products.

Due to a secondment to focus on the expansion of operations at our Nuneaton site, a role has become available on a fixed-term basis to manage the materials flow into the site for core business and product pipeline. You will ensure robust stock holding policies, minimize stock write-offs, and utilize your MRP experience to support stock management for 10 production lines, delivering 10k tonnes of cheese across approximately 100 SKUs.

You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, with exposure to NPD projects and artwork changes, as a strong communicator.

Working Pattern

• Monday to Friday (on-site)
• 12-month fixed-term contract (FTC)

Your Contributions

• Manage stock levels and minimize material write-offs, report on delisting and obsolete stock
• Achieve 100% service level for the site and cost-effective stock levels
• Support project delivery from Gate 0 to Gate 3, including material and product changes
• Build and maintain supplier relationships, chase overdue POs, and handle invoice queries
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs

You Are Suited for This Role If You Are Experienced In:

• Materials or supply chain management, preferably with packaging materials experience
• Presenting findings logically and clearly
• Stakeholder communication and influence on supply matters
• Challenging and supporting supply chain challenges
• Using MRP systems (Excel, Oracle, SAP, Dynamics, etc.)

Our Support and Benefits

• Enhanced pension contributions with Scottish Widows
• Health cash plan for healthcare expenses
• Thrive 24/7 wellbeing app
• Life assurance up to 4x salary
• Discounted products, onsite parking, lockers, subsidized restaurant
• 25 holidays plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Exclusive discounts via My Staff Shop

For more benefits, visit uk.saputo.com/en/carees/employee-benefits. We support employment equity and accommodate physical and non-physical adjustments to ensure participation in the application and interview process.

Thank you for your interest. We work with a PSL supporting agency if needed. Please note we do not pay fees or acknowledge CVs unless the role has been briefed by our Talent Acquisition Team.