Supply Planner - 6 Month Temporary Contract

TN United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Supply Planner in a dynamic grocery team. You'll play a crucial role in maximizing product availability through strategic planning and collaboration with various stakeholders. This position offers a chance to develop relationships with suppliers while managing a diverse portfolio. Join an industry leader that values diversity and promotes a supportive work environment. If you're passionate about supply chain management and eager to make an impact, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Health and wellbeing support

Pension

Life assurance

Discounts

Savings schemes

Qualifications

• Relevant experience or qualifications in supply chain or retail are desirable.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Optimize service levels to customers within the business unit and supply chain.
• Manage a portfolio of suppliers and product categories.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align trading activities with supply chain goals.

Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Excel Proficiency

Customer Service Orientation

Problem Solving

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English (grade C or above)

Degree in Supply Chain

Professional qualification in Supply Chain

Job description

Supply Planner - 6 Month Temporary Contract, Hemel Hempstead

Client: Booker

Location: Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom

Job Category: Logistics

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 7933de25b98e

Job Views: 4

Posted: 02.05.2025

Expiry Date: 16.06.2025

Job Description:

Booker • Maxted Rd, Hemel Hempstead • Apply by 09-May-2025

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Supply Planner to join Booker Retail Partners for 6 months to cover a secondment role in the Grocery Team at our Hemel Hempstead Office. Joining the wider product supply team, you will be responsible for achieving and maximising company product availability targets through careful planning and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Work 38 hours a week, Monday to Friday
• Work in the office at least 2 days a week

What is in it for you

At Booker, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including discounts, insurance, health and wellbeing support, savings schemes, pension, life assurance, and more. Details are provided in the original description.

Responsibilities

• Optimise service levels to customers within the business unit and supply chain
• Manage a portfolio of suppliers and product categories
• Achieve stockholding and wastage budgets, communicate key issues, and support resolution
• Forecast, track promotions, and support seasonal activities
• Collaborate with internal teams to align trading activities with supply chain goals
• Develop relationships with suppliers and logistics partners to ensure optimal inbound supply levels

Candidate profile

Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills; ability to prioritize and meet deadlines; customer service orientation; analytical skills; proficiency in Excel; attention to detail; proactive problem solver; and relevant experience or qualifications in supply chain or retail are desirable. GCSEs in Maths and English (grade C or above) are required. A degree or professional qualification in supply chain is a plus.

About us

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler, serving independent retailers, caterers, and small businesses across the country. We promote diversity, equity, and inclusion and support flexible working arrangements to accommodate various needs.