Supply Planner

Techtronic Industries - Europe HQ; Brighton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Techtronic Industries - Europe HQ is seeking a Supply Planner to optimize inventory and coordinate supply across our European network. You will interface with manufacturing to maintain supply and resolve issues, while collaborating with the China-based order processing team and regional markets to ensure on-time delivery of products.

The role requires a graduate degree with at least 3 years in a similar planning role, strong analytical abilities, and fluency in English.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree with 3+ years in a similar role and understanding of demand/supply planning systems.
• Strong planning and analytical skills.
• Fluent English (spoken and written).
• Proficient in SAP and Excel with ability to work autonomously to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan supply for TTI brands and create purchasing plans based on lead times.
• Coordinate with order processing teams in China and vendors to align schedules with sales and inventory budgets.
• Lead expediting/de-expediting with manufacturing and analyze root causes to implement fixes.
• Communicate bi-weekly risks and actions to the business.
• Collaborate with European markets to ensure promotions are delivered on time.
• Manage SKU lifecycle and ensure replacement products are introduced timely.
• Maintain supply master data and inventory strategies in SAP.
• Review stock shortages and support deployment planning between European warehouses.
• Maintain supply chain dashboards and assist with ongoing development.
• Occasional European travel may be required.

Skills

Strong planning and analytical skills

Fluent English

Strong communication skills

Autonomy

Education

Graduate degree

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Techtronic Industries (TTI) is a world leader in cordless technology spanning power tools, accessories, hand tools, outdoor power equipment, as well as floorcare & cleaning products. Our focus is on end-users that range from professionals in the industrial, construction and infrastructure sectors to DIYers in home improvement, repair, and maintenance. TTI's powerful brand portfolio includes MILWAUKEE, RYOBI, AEG - recognized worldwide for their deep heritage and innovative product platforms of superior quality.

The company maintains a global manufacturing and product development footprint, with record world-wide sales of approximately US$15.2 billion and around 50,000 employees in 2026. Hiring exceptional people is a top focus at TTI. This drives a high-performance culture across all levels of our organization and helps to achieve our vision of being number one in the industries we serve. Our unique high-speed decision-making process supports our acute focus on developing superior products and meeting high customer expectations. We view our winning culture as a competitive advantage that powers our growth.

The Supply Planner is responsible for optimizing inventory levels across the supply chain network to meet customer service level requirements. The Supply Planner acts as an interface to manufacturing to maintain supply and solve any supply issues.

Key responsibilities are:

• Supply Plan TTI brands, place orders upon manufacturing based upon agreed lead times to generate the purchasing plan
• Work closely with the order processing team in China and other vendors to ensure order schedules are in line with sales and inventory budgets
• Lead expediting/de-expediting of goods against budgets with manufacturing and conduct root cause analysis for supply chain issues, implement corrective actions working with the TTI Product Managers to upscale issues
• Communicate bi-weekly billing risks to the business with actions to resolve
• Work closely with EMEA markets to ensure promotional activities are delivered on time
• SKU's life cycle management, ensuring old product is cleared and the replacement product is introduced on time
• Maintenance of supply master data and inventory strategies in Vanguard and SAP
• Review stock shortages across the network and support deployment planning between European warehouses
• Maintain Supply Chain dashboards and support ongoing development
• Occasional European travel may be required

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• Graduate degree with at least 3 years of experience in a similar role with good experience and understanding of demand/supply planning systems
• Strong planning and analytical skills
• Strong IT skills, advanced Excel, SAP
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously to meet deadlines
• Fluent English - spoken and written

DESIRABLE:

• Knowledge of import processes and experience with Far East vendors

At TTI, we are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We believe in creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive and grow. If you're looking to join a forward-thinking company that values collaboration, innovation, and impact - we'd love to hear from you.