Supply Planning Manager

Osborne Appointments; Stevenage; Presencial; GBP 45.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Free onsite parking

Company pension scheme

Long-term development opportunities

23 days' annual leave + BH

Descripción de la vacante

Osborne Appointments is seeking an experienced Supply Planning Manager based in Stevenage. You will oversee supply and production planning across multiple manufacturing sites and external partners, turning demand forecasts into realistic production plans to meet customer requirements.

The role involves managing stock, material availability, and coordinating capacity. It offers long-term development opportunities within a growing business and a competitive salary.

Formación

• Experience in supply planning across multiple sites and external partners.
• FMCG/food/beverage or similar fast-moving environment advantageous.
• Proficient with ERP/MRP and advanced Excel skills.

Responsabilidades

• Manage supply and production planning across multiple sites and external partners.
• Translate demand forecasts into achievable production plans.
• Balance customer requirements, stock levels, material availability and capacity.
• Monitor forecasts and identify potential supply risks or delays.
• Coordinate capacity planning and ensure materials are available when needed.
• Analyse planning performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Maintain accurate planning data and ERP/MRP usage.
• Improve planning processes, reporting and systems.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to maintain service levels.

Conocimientos

Supply planning

Production planning

Manufacturing planning

Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Ownership mindset

Descripción del empleo

Supply Planning Manager

Location: Stevenage
Salary: GBP45,000 - GBP55,000 per annum
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Supply Planning Manager About the Company

Our client is a growing business based in Stevenage, operating within the food and beverage sector and supplying products across a range of markets.

They are looking for an experienced Supply Planning Manager to oversee supply and production planning across multiple manufacturing sites and external partners. You'll be responsible for turning demand forecasts into realistic production plans, managing stock and material availability, and ensuring customer requirements are met.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of planning processes and make a real impact on operational performance as the business continues to grow.

Supply Planning Manager Details

• Monday to Friday, full-time

• Based in Stevenage

• GBP45,000 - GBP55,000 per annum

• 23 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays

• Additional employee benefits and wellbeing support

• Company pension scheme

• Free onsite parking

• Long-term development opportunities

Supply Planning Manager Responsibilities

• Manage supply and production planning across multiple sites and external manufacturing partners

• Translate demand forecasts into achievable production plans

• Balance customer requirements, stock levels, material availability and manufacturing capacity

• Monitor forecasts and identify potential supply risks or production delays

• Coordinate capacity planning and ensure materials are available when needed

• Analyse planning performance and identify opportunities for improvement

• Maintain accurate planning data and make effective use of ERP/MRP systems

• Improve planning processes, reporting and systems

• Work with internal teams and external partners to maintain service levels
  

Supply Planning Manager What We're Looking For

• Experience in supply planning, production planning or manufacturing planning

• Experience within FMCG, food, beverage or a similar fast-moving environment is advantageous

• Understanding of capacity planning, inventory, material requirements and lead times

• Experience planning across multiple sites, production lines or external manufacturing partners

• Advanced Excel skills and experience using ERP/MRP or planning systems

• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills

• Confident communication and stakeholder management skills

• A proactive, commercially aware approach, with the confidence to take ownership and drive improvements

If you're an experienced planning professional looking for a role where you can take ownership, improve operational performance and contribute to a growing business, we'd love to hear from you.