Supply Planner

Optimum Recruitment Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Supply Planner/Administrator for a client based in Leeds. The successful candidate will manage supplier communication, coordinate inventory levels, and ensure timely delivery schedules across international routes. Ideal applicants will have experience in supply planning or administration and be knowledgeable about supply chain processes. This role offers a dynamic working environment in a growing company.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Supply Planner or strong Administrator.
• Knowledge of supply chain processes is preferred.
• Ability to manage inventory and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with suppliers to place orders and confirm delivery schedules.
• Plan and manage delivery and collection schedules for shipments.
• Regularly update customers on shipment status and expected delivery dates.
• Manage inventory in line with stockholding agreements.

Skills

Communication with suppliers

Inventory management

Supply chain knowledge

Job description

Optimum Recruitment Group have been appointed on an exclusive basis to recruit a Supply Planner/Administrator for our successful growth client based in Leeds.

Reporting to the Planning Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating with suppliers, managing inventory levels, and ensuring smooth delivery schedules across international supply routes.

The role would suit an experienced Supply Planner or a strong Administrator ideally with some knowledge of supply chain processes.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Communicating with suppliers to place orders against agreed order programs, confirm delivery schedules and raise purchase orders as needed.
• Planning and managing delivery and collection schedules for shipments across international supply routes as well as ensuring that deliveries are timely and within agreed lead times.
• Regularly updating customers on the status of their shipments, providing accurate information on expected delivery dates and any delays or challenges.
• Manage inventory in line with stockholding agreements and ensure adequate stock levels are maintained to meet demand while minimising excess stock.
• Provid...