Supply Chain Planner

Orion Electrotech; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working opportunities

Global manufacturing tech company

Collaborative environment

Career development opportunities

Continuous improvement initiatives

Job summary

Orion Electrotech Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a proactive Supply Chain Planner to optimise planning, purchasing and supplier performance within a growing manufacturing environment.

You will manage MRP data, raise POs, monitor inventory, build supplier relationships and drive improvements using data and AI tools. Hybrid working across site and remote collaboration supported.

Qualifications

• Experience in supply chain planning within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong MRP/ERP systems knowledge and data analysis ability.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage suppliers and drive improvements using new tech.

Responsibilities

• Manage MRP requirements and maintain planning data.
• Raise and manage purchase orders, supplier call-offs and acknowledgements.
• Identify material shortages and supply risks before production impact.
• Control inventory levels and blanket orders to meet targets.
• Build supplier relationships and monitor delivery and quality.
• Drive recovery plans and close non-conformances.
• Communicate risks and priorities across departments.
• Support improvements using systems, data, AI and automation.

Skills

Supply chain planning

MRP/ERP systems

Excel & data analysis

Supplier management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Workload prioritisation

Adaptability to new tech

Tools

Power BI

Power Automate

Copilot

Job description

We’re working with a well-established manufacturer and technology business looking to add a Supply Chain Planner to their team. This Supply Chain Planner role offers the opportunity to join a company at the forefront of UV treatment technology, supplying innovative solutions that help protect critical resources and processes across industries including food and beverage, pharmaceuticalsand leisure. The business has over a century of experience in UV science and technology and is recognised globally for its sustainable solutions.

As a Supply Chain Planner, you'll be joining a collaborative environment where continuous improvement, innovation and professional development are encouraged. This is an opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing international business.

Role and Responsibilities

As a Supply Chain Planner, your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing MRP requirements and maintaining accurate planning and purchasing data
• Raising and managing purchase orders, supplier call-offs and acknowledgements
• Identifying material shortages and supply risks before they impact production
• Managing inventory levels and blanket-order requirements to support operational targets
• Building strong supplier relationships and monitoring delivery, quality and performance
• Driving supplier recovery plans and supporting the closure of non-conformances
• Communicating risks, actions and priorities clearly across Production, Engineering, Quality, Goods In and Finance
• Supporting supply chain improvements through the use of systems, data, AI and automation tools

This Supply Chain Planner position offers variety, autonomy and the opportunity to influence supply chain performance across the business.

Key Requirements

To be considered for this Supply Chain Planner role, you will need:

• Experience in supply chain planning, materials planning or purchasing within a manufacturing environment
• A good understanding of MRP and ERP systems
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills
• Experience managing suppliers and resolving supply chain challenges
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
• The ability to prioritise workloads and drive actions through to completion
• Confidence using new technologies and systems
• Awareness of how tools such as Microsoft Copilot, Power Automate and Power BI can support planning and reporting

What They Can Offer You

As the new Supply Chain Planner, you can expect:

• Hybrid working opportunities
• The chance to join a global and growing technology business
• A collaborative and supportive working environment
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• The opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement and innovation initiatives

This Supply Chain Planner role is ideal for someone who enjoys taking ownership, building supplier relationships and driving improvements within a manufacturing supply chain.

Need more information? Please contact David Thompson for a confidential conversation.

We thank you for your application in advance. Due to the volume of applications we receive, unfortunately, we are not able to respond to every application personally; therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.