Overview
Raw Material Planner at Barry Callebaut Group
Our Raw Material Planner will ensure raw materials and packaging are ordered in a timely manner to support the Plant Production Plan. This position will be responsible for controlling stock levels within storage constraints and will also work to minimize material stockouts. Hybrid working – minimum 3 days per week in the Banbury office.
Key Responsibilities
* To run Material Requirements Planning reports in SAP to establish actual demand
* To create Purchase Requisitions and Purchase Orders for raw materials and packaging to support the plant production plans
* To expedite purchase orders to ensure delivery and escalate overdue purchase orders to ensure minimum production disruption
* To manage raw materials stock levels within storage constraints, shelf life and to budget
* Ensure contracts are available from sourcing in advance of requirements
* Create transfers from 3PL to site daily
* To plan and control the Melthouse production to meet internal and external customer requirements. This includes delivery of blocks and ordering inbound external liquor deliveries.
* To resolve supplier paperwork issues / discrepancies / quality rejections
* Proactively manage Liquor block flow from Africa to UK, ensuring all documentation is available on arrival
* General housekeeping in SAP e.g. clearing part purchase orders / highlighting outstanding Process Orders / outstanding Goods Receipting / outstanding Quality Inspections
* Process Mass Balance transfers for inbound materials
* Manage supplier OTIF and advise on any risks in weekly S&OE meeting
* Manage demurrage reports with RCA and attend feedback sessions
* Control the return of pool pallets (CHEP & Tosca)
About You
* Minimum A-Level qualification or equivalent
* Degree/professional qualification in Business Management or similar preferred
* Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role or strong data-driven experience in supply chain, operations, or planning roles
* Working knowledge of SAP and Excel
* Strong problem-solving, numeracy and analytical skills
* Strong stakeholder management and collaborative working style
* Excellent attention to detail – caring about the detail and getting it right first time
* Self-starter and able to work autonomously
* Able to work under pressure and respond to changing priorities
* Work well within a team setting but also self-motivated
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Industries
* Food and Beverage Services
* Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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