Supply Planner

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a motivated Supply Planner at a dynamic food business in Surrey. This role is perfect for a recent graduate eager to apply their supply chain knowledge and hands-on experience. You will oversee the supply process, collaborate with various teams, and build strong relationships with suppliers. Your problem-solving skills will be essential in identifying potential supply bottlenecks and implementing solutions. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers a competitive salary along with excellent benefits, including private medical insurance and an enhanced pension plan. If you're ready to make an impact in the supply chain field, apply now!

Benefits

Competitive salary + bonus

Enhanced pension plan

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Income protection scheme

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with supply chain qualifications and hands-on experience.
• Experience in FMCG supply chain is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee supply process with production and internal teams.
• Main contact for supply-related issues with Customer Service and Sales.

Skills

Supply Chain Knowledge

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Excel Proficiency

Problem-Solving Skills

Adaptability

Education

Degree in Supply Chain

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Description

We’re looking for a Supply Planner!

Location: Surrey, UK

Salary: 30k

Looking for a highly motivated Supply Planner to join a food business based in Surrey. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate with supply chain qualifications and hands-on experience to ensure the supply of finished goods to the UK&I market.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Oversee the supply process with the central production and internal teams.
2. Main point of contact for Customer Service, Sales, and Demand Managers for supply-related issues.
3. Build and maintain strong relationships with key contacts, suppliers, and factories.
4. Work on scenario planning, sprint capacity, product launches, and consumer-specific promotions.
5. Identify potential supply bottlenecks and capacity issues, providing regular reviews and proactive solutions.
6. Assess supply risks and implement appropriate contingency plans.
7. Conduct waste analysis and support continuous improvement initiatives and cost-saving projects.
8. Assist the IMEX team with customs administration for import and export flows.

Skills & Experience:

1. A recent graduate with a qualification in supply chain.
2. Previous experience in supply chain within an FMCG environment would be a plus.
3. Strong communication skills.
4. High attention to detail.
5. Proficient in Excel (Pivot tables and VLOOKUP) is essential.
6. Adaptability and flexibility.
7. Strong problem-solving skills.

Benefits:

1. Competitive salary + bonus.
2. Enhanced pension plan.
3. Private medical insurance.
4. Life assurance.
5. Income protection scheme.

If this sounds like you, apply now!