Supply Chain Scheduler/Planner

Sauce People Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in supply chain is seeking a proactive Supply Chain Scheduler for a dynamic role based in Milton Keynes. This position involves coordinating sales orders, ensuring timely shipments, and collaborating with various teams to enhance customer service. The candidate should have 1-3 years of relevant experience and strong Excel skills. This is a hybrid role with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in scheduling, supply chain, or production planning.
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, filters).
• Confidence working with data and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assign promise dates to all EMEA sales orders.
• Coordinate with internal teams for timely shipments.
• Manage backlog reports and reschedule orders based on material availability.

Skills

Scheduling experience

Strong Excel skills

ERP knowledge

Proactive mindset

Time management

Collaboration

Job description

Overview

Our client, a leading manufacturer serving strategic customers across EMEA, is seeking a proactive and detail-driven Supply Chain Scheduler to join their dynamic supply chain team.

Working closely with Sales, Customer Service, Program Management, and Production, this role ensures accurate scheduling of sales orders, timely communication of lead times, and exceptional customer service delivery. It s a fast-paced, collaborative environment where precision and responsiveness are key.

What you ll be doing:

• Assigning promise dates to all EMEA sales orders within hours
• Coordinating with internal teams to ensure timely shipments and SLA compliance
• Managing backlog reports and rescheduling orders based on material availability
• Communicating lead times, delays, and inventory status across the business
• Supporting order management processes and reporting for strategic customer accounts
• Leading scheduling projects and providing cover for the Master Scheduler when required

What you ll bring:

• 1 3 years experience in scheduling, supply chain, or production planning
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, filters) and ERP experience Oracle knowledge is a major plus
• A proactive mindset, excellent time management, and a collaborative spirit
• Confidence working with data, deadlines, and cross-functional teams
• A desire to grow professionally and take ownership of key scheduling processes

Why apply?

This is a brilliant opportunity to grow within a global supply chain function, take ownership of key scheduling processes, and contribute to the success of high-profile customer programmes.

This is a hybrid role with 3 days in the office in Milton Keynes, and 2 days WFH.