Supply Planner

DHL Supply Chain; Burton-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading supply chain company as a Supply Planner, where you will play a crucial role in coordinating procurement and inventory management. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including free parking and a 24/7 GP service. You will be responsible for maintaining stock levels, placing purchase orders, and managing inventory effectively. With a focus on health and safety, you will ensure operational efficiency while supporting a diverse and inclusive workplace. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a global leader in supply chain management.

Benefits

Free Parking

Canteen Provisions

24/7 GP Service

Employee Support Service

Discounts on Retail and Gym

Affordable Loans

Enhanced Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in supply chain and procurement.
• Proficient in Microsoft packages.

Responsibilities

• Replenish stock accurately using target criteria.
• Place purchase orders to maintain stock cover.
• Manage inventory to minimize operational costs.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Supply Chain Knowledge

Procurement Background

Job description

Pay Rate:

£25,229

Grade:

O

Contract Type:

12 MONTHS FIXED TERM CONTRACT (Full-Time)

Shift patterns:

Monday-Friday

Location:

Burton On Trent - DE13 0BB

DHL, an award-winning leading supply chain business, is seeking a Supply Planner to play a vital role in coordinating our daily procurement and inventory requirements.

What does the role entail?

As part of your duties, while maintaining excellent health and safety practices, you will:

1. Accurately replenish stock using target stock holding criteria within the Replenishment System.
2. Place purchase orders on external vendors to maintain target stock cover to meet customer service levels and individual stock turn targets.
3. Manage inventory and demonstrate cost efficiencies by minimizing operational impact costs due to stock shortfalls and excess stocks.
4. Proactively communicate through reporting on supplier issues as required.

What do we need from you?

We'd love to hear from you if you have the following experience, but don't hesitate to apply if you don't tick every box — we're great at spotting talent and potential in everyone:

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft packages.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Supply chain/procurement background.

Why choose us?

Along with competitive pay rates, you will be entitled to an award-winning range of benefits including:

• On-site benefits: free parking, canteen provisions, etc.
• Free confidential 24/7 GP service.
• Hundreds of discounts (including retail, childcare, gym).
• Affordable loans & enhanced pension scheme.
• 24/7 employee support service for you and your family, with access to free counseling and more: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/dsc-benefits

Our approach to diversity & inclusion

We ensure all our resourcing activities are fair, transparent, and consistent across the UK. Learn more about our global approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/diversity

Be an essential part of everyday life

DHL is the global leader in Supply Chain management, keeping the world moving. Our expert teams work across various industries including retail, automotive, healthcare, and more, to deliver for our customers and their clients.