Supply Chain Planner

Scott Conner Human Capital Solutions; Stonehouse; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly motivated Supply Chain Planner to enhance their operations in Stonehouse. This role is vital for managing raw materials and optimizing production plans, ensuring high service levels for customers. The ideal candidate will have over four years of experience in supply chain planning, particularly within the food sector. This position offers a collaborative work environment, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional development. Join a team that values partnership and growth, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the company's success.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Supportive culture

Qualifications

• Over 4 years of experience in supply chain planning, preferably in the food industry.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage material replenishment and production planning daily.
• Communicate regularly with suppliers and internal teams.

Skills

Supply Chain Planning

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Proficiency in English

Knowledge of German

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP system

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Supply Chain Planner to join our team at our Stonehouse, Gloucestershire facility. This role is crucial in ensuring the efficient and effective management of raw materials and finished goods inventory, optimizing finished good production plans, and maintaining high service levels for our customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Material Replenishment Planning and PO Placing:Implement tactical replenishment strategies to meet supplier and plant requirements. Manage the ERP/MRP system, place purchase orders, and track deliveries.
• Finished Good Production Planning: implement tactical replenishment strategies (example DIO, working capitals, shelf-life etc.) ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs. Develop and communicate mid-term finished good plan to scheduling. Monitor production and customer service levels, addressing any deviations promptly.
• Other Activities:Provide core inputs for mid-term production planning, anticipate bottlenecks, and back up other Food Service plants as needed. Ensure best practices in system usage.

Essential Functions:

• Daily management of material replenishment and production planning.
• Regular communication with suppliers and internal teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Proactive problem-solving to address any issues impacting production or customer service.

Qualifications:

• Education:Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field.
• Experience:Over 4 years of experience in supply chain planning, preferably in the food industry.
• Skills:Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work effectively in a team and adapt to changing environments. Proficiency in English; knowledge of German is an advantage.

Travel Requirements:

• Minimal travel required (<5%), primarily to back up other plants.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.

Schreiber Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

About Us

Schreiber Foods strives to do good through food every day. Based in North America, we’re a customer-brand leader in cream cheese, natural cheese, process cheese, shelf-stable beverages and yogurt. Our more than 10,000 employees and presence on five continents enable us to be an essential ingredient in our customers’ success.

With annual sales of more than $7 billion, we partner with the best retailers, restaurants, distributors and food manufacturers around the globe. We also recognize our responsibility to do good in the world and are driven to make a difference in everything we do.

Life & Culture - We call ourselves partners – not employees – and there’s a good reason behind that. Our work is more than just a job. Our common goals drive and energize us as we work together to be the best we can be.

Caring is a huge part of who we are. We not only help each other grow; we take care of each other along the way. Whenever a partner is experiencing a hardship, it’s common for others to take the initiative to organize fundraisers to help support them through our Partners Helping Partners program. We also care about our communities and want to help make them better places to live every day.

Who are we looking for? Our people are truly the heart of our company, and we’re on a journey together. It’s about more than a job. We work hard to find great people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, and provide opportunities to help them grow. Like a family, we care deeply about each other