Supply & Production Planner

Consortium Professional Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Supply & Production Planner to enhance their supply chain operations. In this dynamic role, you will balance supply and demand, optimize production planning, and ensure efficient processes within a global manufacturing environment. Your strong SAP knowledge and advanced Excel skills will be crucial as you collaborate with internal teams and engage with customers to manage expectations and negotiate lead times. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced and growing organization that values career development and teamwork.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supply chain or production planning in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong proficiency in SAP and advanced Excel skills required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain demand forecasts and production plans.
• Liaise with customers to manage expectations and negotiate lead times.
• Identify bottlenecks in the supply chain and propose improvements.

Skills

SAP

Advanced Excel

Supply Chain Management

Demand Planning

Production Planning

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Job description

Consortium Professional Recruitment are representing a global manufacturer, based in the Hull area, who are seeking a proactive and analytical Supply & Production Planner. In this role, you will be responsible for balancing supply and demand, optimising production planning, and ensuring efficient supply chain operations. You will work closely with internal teams and directly liaise with customers to manage expectations, negotiate realistic lead times, and push back against unrealistic demands when necessary. Strong SAP knowledge and advanced Excel skills are essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain demand forecasts based on historical data, market trends, and customer orders.
• Create and optimise production plans to align with demand forecasts and inventory targets.
• Manage supply planning to ensure raw materials and components are available for production.
• Use SAP to monitor inventory levels, production schedules, and procurement activities.
• Analyse and interpret data using Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and other advanced functions.
• Work closely with sales, operations, and logistics teams to ensure smooth production and delivery processes.
• Liaise with customers to understand their needs, provide realistic lead times, and manage expectations.
• Push back against unrealistic customer demands while maintaining strong professional relationships.
• Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in the supply chain and propose solutions for improvement.
• Track and report on KPIs related to demand accuracy, inventory levels, and production efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning processes and system utilisation.

Key Skills & Experience Required:

• Proven experience in supply chain, demand planning, or production planning within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong proficiency in SAP for supply chain management and production planning.
• Advanced Excel skills (including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros, and data analysis).
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills to liaise effectively with external stakeholders.
• Confidence in pushing back against unrealistic demands while maintaining professional relationships.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Experience in forecasting, inventory management, and capacity planning.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and collaborate with internal teams.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and supply chain best practices.

What's on Offer:

• GBP35,000 - GBP40,000 DOE and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced and growing manufacturing environment within a global organisation.
• Career development and training opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.

If you have the skills and experience required for this role, we would love to hear from you! Apply today!