We are working with an International high-end food manufacturer and distributor, known in their sector for being industry leaders who provide the best products on the market. They are searching for a Demand Planner to join their Supply Chain Division and be a real key performer within the business.
Responsibilities
* Responsible for the complete order cycle of stock replenishment - forecasting, procurement, scheduling and shipping
* Responsible for maintaining optimum warehouse stockholding for each product
* Weekly review of sales data and the requirement to identify accurate forecast including promotional activity
* Provide weekly stock report for area of responsibility
* Maintaining a rolling order schedule of product from suppliers
* Maintaining a rolling vessel nomination schedule for each shipping location
* Daily liaison with international suppliers to ensure receipt and timely delivery of orders
* Daily liaison with Supply Chain Administrator to understand correct delivery of orders by international shipping agents and UK clearing agents
* Daily management of Supply Chain Administrator whose responsibility is to maintain accurate shipping status for each order and monitoring of shipping schedules
* Responsible for ensuring purchase contracts are ordered correctly and are reconciled to supplier stock and sales contracts
* Communication of issues and opportunities to internal stakeholders
* Escalation of issues to senior colleagues
Experience Required
* A great people person who enjoys being part of a successful team
* At least 3 years business experience preferably in Supply Chain
* Familiar with SAP functionalities (with preference for SAP S/4HANA)
* ERP/MRP experience
* Supplier & service mindset, taking ownership to resolve issues. Service oriented attitude
* Good verbal and written communication skills
* Action orientated to deliver results under time pressure
* High analytical skills numeracy and logical reasoning, attention to detail
* Ability to build relationships and be a strong team player
* Proactive, self-starter, thinking of the bigger picture
* Proven track record on improvement performance
* Able to adapt to changes quickly & work in a busy department
* Demand planning background
Benefits
Discretionary annual bonus
Hybrid working
4% Matched pension
4x Salary life assurance
Care first plan
Free parking
Fantastic work events
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To apply or for more information, please e-mail in strict confidence, with an updated CV, including salary details, quoting the above reference and for the attention of Jon Hemming-Nash
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