Supply Planner

JR United Kingdom; Nelson; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food manufacturing industry seeks a Supply Planner to optimize inventory and demand. You will collaborate across teams to ensure stock availability and improve supplier relationships. Ideal candidates will have experience in supply planning and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in supply planning or merchandising (preferably food).
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of supplier management and negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Forecast demand and manage stock levels to ensure availability.
• Maintain accurate supplier and product data.
• Build strong supplier relationships to meet OTIF targets.

Skills

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Understanding of supplier management

Negotiation

Proactive mindset

Education

Experience in supply planning or merchandising

Job description

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Are you a supply planner looking for your next opportunity within the food manufacturing industry? Or a Demand Planner looking to transition into a supply role? If so look no further.

Key Responsibilities:

• Forecast demand and manage stock levels to ensure availability and minimise waste
• Maintain accurate supplier and product data
• Build strong supplier relationships to meet OTIF targets and support quality improvements
• Collaborate with internal teams on seasonal planning and logistics
• Monitor daily pricing and ensure data accuracy

What You’ll Need:

• Experience in supply planning or merchandising (preferably food)
• Strong analytical skills and Microsoft Office proficiency
• Understanding of supplier management and negotiation
• Proactive mindset with a drive for process improvement