Supply Planner

Sherwin-Williams; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global company in protective coatings seeks a proactive Supply Planner in Sheffield. In this role, you will analyze data, streamline processes, and provide vital support across various business units. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical abilities, excellent communication skills, and experience with supply chain planning systems. Join us for competitive compensation and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Competitive compensation package

Career development opportunities

Access to continuous learning through Sherwin Academy

Focus on wellbeing and inclusion

Qualifications

• A sharp eye for detail and enthusiasm for working with data.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• A collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn.
• Familiarity with supply chain planning systems or processes is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing reports and insights for production planning.
• Attend key S&OP meetings and contribute to discussions.
• Support analysis of purchasing needs for finished goods.
• Collaborate with the forecasting team to report data.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Collaborative mindset

Experience with supply chain planning systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics or a related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Description

Join Our Team as a Supply Planner Sheffield

Are you passionate about turning data into actionable insights that drive supply chain excellence? We’re looking for a proactive and analytical Supply Planner to join our team in this role. You’ll be responsible for gathering and streamlining key data from multiple systems to support the Business Unit (BU) while developing efficient processes that enhance data collection and analysis.

You’ll provide critical analytical support across the area championing the use of standardized supply chain tools and driving consistency. Working closely with stakeholders in Operations, Finance, Sales and Customer Service you’ll contribute to S&OP data preparation, support improvement initiatives and help deliver profitable growth and outstanding service.

This role also supports all areas under the BU Supply Chain Director / Senior Manager offering a fantastic opportunity to make a broad impact across the business.

Responsibilities

Master Planning Support

• Assist in preparing reports and insights for production planning.
• Manage system transactions to keep production plans running smoothly.
• Join planning meetings and contribute to discussions.
• Provide ad‑hoc support to the Master Planner and Supply Chain Manager.

SOP (Sales & Operations Planning)

• Attend key S&OP meetings and help drive alignment across teams.
• Prepare reports and presentations that bring data to life.
• Coordinate communications and admin tasks to keep the S&OP process on track.

Finished Goods Purchasing

• Support analysis of purchasing needs for finished goods.
• Handle system transactions and reporting for purchase orders.
• Communicate with vendors to ensure timely and accurate supply.

Forecasting

• Collaborate with the forecasting team to collect, review and report data.
• Update systems with the latest forecast information.
• Share forecasting reports across the business.
• Maintain monthly Flash data updates.

Inventory Management

• Help create and distribute inventory reports.
• Participate in monthly inventory review meetings.

Projects & Continuous Improvement

• Be an active team member on supply chain projects.
• Support reporting and admin for project activities.
• Assist with tech transfers within the business unit.
• Analyse supply chain KPIs and highlight areas for improvement.
• Champion continuous improvement to boost efficiency and deliver savings.

Qualifications

• A sharp eye for detail and a genuine enthusiasm for working with data.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills – you keep things moving and keep everyone informed.
• A collaborative mindset – you enjoy working with others and are always open to learning.
• Experience with supply chain planning systems or processes is a bonus.
• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in supply chain, logistics or a related field.
• Familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems is preferred.
• Confident using Microsoft Office applications especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Our offer to you

• Work‑life balance that works for you because your wellbeing matters.
• A competitive compensation package designed to reward your contribution.
• Career development opportunities in a truly global organisation.
• Be part of a company known as innovation leaders in protective coatings.
• Access to Sherwin Academy offering continuous learning and development for all career stages.
• A strong focus on wellbeing, mental health, inclusion and diversity through dedicated programmes including support for women and underrepresented groups.

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Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1