Supply Planner

An excellent opportunity for a dynamic supply chain professional to join a leading organisation as a Supply Planner.  This position will work within the Supply Chain team, to manage the order placement process and effectively manage the supply process.

Key Responsibilities of the Supply Planner;

• Support the Planning Manager to improve forecast accuracy.
• Understand the inventory parameters and settings which drive purchase order requirements.
• Manage the purchase order process including;
• Placement of orders in line with forecast.
• Ensure lead-times are adhered to
• Expedite purchase orders
• Manage and maintain SAP product master data.
• Measure and report variances in supplier performance.
• Work collaboratively with other business areas to support the introduction of new products.

Personal Specification of the Supply Planner;

• Degree qualified or equivalent.
• Supply Chain / Inventory Management experience.
• Experience within a Manufacturing or Distribution environment.
• Good working knowledge of SAP/ MRP.
• Intermediate / Advanced Excel.
• Strong communication and relationship building skills.
• Ability to operate well in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
• Team player, focussed on total company delivery.

This role would be suitable for you if you have held any of the following roles; Supply Chain Planner, Supply Planner, Demand Planner, Supply Chain Customer Service Coordinator or Supply Chain Analyst.