Supply Planner

Parkside; Camberley; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkside is seeking a proactive Supply Chain Planner to manage product flow across multiple sites, ensuring on-time delivery while balancing inventory.

Hybrid role in Camberley with flexi time; you will collaborate with Commercial, Demand Planning, Customer Services and Logistics to optimise stock and reduce supply risks.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and work with large data sets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Commercial and Demand Planning teams to understand forecast changes and challenge assumptions.
• Create and manage purchase orders and communicate forecasts to key third-party suppliers.
• Support timely order fulfilment with Customer Services and Order-to-Cash teams.
• Coordinate transportation between manufacturing sites and logistics providers.
• Manage SAP MRP activities, stock reconciliation, inventory rotation and shelf-life monitoring.
• Resolve SAP/IDOC and inventory discrepancies to maintain stock accuracy.
• Produce daily out-of-stock reports and communicate inventory risks across the business.
• Review supply chain performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Provide clear communication on supply issues, delays and customer service impacts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Teamwork

Tools

Excel

SAP

ERP

Job description

Job Title - Supply Chain Planner

Location: Camberley - Hybrid working and flexi time

Our client is passionate about creating healthier, more sustainable food choices that benefit people and the planet. They are looking for a proactive and analytical Supply Chain Planner to join their team and play a key role in ensuring product availability while maintaining optimal inventory levels across their network.

As a Supply Chain Planner, you will support the management of product flow across multiple sites, ensuring customer requirements are met while balancing stock holding targets and minimising supply risks. You will work closely with internal teams, suppliers, manufacturing sites, and logistics partners to maintain a smooth and efficient supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Commercial and Demand Planning teams to understand forecast changes and challenge assumptions where appropriate.
• Create and manage purchase orders and communicate forecasts to key third-party suppliers.
• Work closely with Customer Services and Order-to-Cash teams to support timely order fulfilment.
• Coordinate transportation between manufacturing sites and logistics providers.
• Manage SAP MRP activities, stock reconciliation, inventory rotation, shelf-life monitoring and stock investigations.
• Resolve IDOC and inventory discrepancies to maintain stock accuracy.
• Produce daily out-of-stock reports and communicate inventory risks across the business.
• Review supply chain performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Provide clear communication on supply issues, delays and customer service impacts

What You'll Bring Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and work with large data sets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Results-driven mindset with a customer-focused approach.

Systems & Qualifications

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience using SAP or a similar ERP system.
• Supply chain, logistics, planning or operations experience would be advantageous.
• Additional language skills would be beneficial but are not essential

What Success Looks Like You'll be someone who:

• Takes ownership and responsibility.
• Communicates effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Embraces continuous learning and improvement.
• Demonstrates integrity, diplomacy and professionalism.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys solving complex challenges.

Career Development This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your career within Supply Chain, with a potential progression path towards Supply Planning Manager.