Supply Planner
£30,000 - £60,000 + Bonus + Package
London
Join a Leading Force in Food Manufacturing Excellence
This is more than a Planning role, it’s a chance to be part of the sourcing strategy of a fast-growing food importer /distribution business recognised for its integrity, agility and customer focus. As part of a forward-thinking procurement team, you’ll play a critical role in driving operational excellence, supplier partnerships and ethical sourcing across a global supply chain.
With a proud track record of innovation and collaboration this business supplies high-quality food products to leading retailers and foodservice brands. You’ll thrive in a culture that values accountability, sustainability and continuous improvement.
Reporting to the Head of Procurement, you’ll oversee the sourcing and supply of products from international suppliers to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness and reliability. You’ll manage supplier relationships, coordinate logistics and work cross-functionally to deliver consistent value and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
In this role, you will play you part in the end-to-end procurement process where you’ll source and evaluate suppliers globally to ensure commercial and ethical standards are consistently met. You’ll lead supplier negotiations, secure competitive pricing, favourable payment terms and efficient delivery schedules while maintaining strong supplier relationships. Collaborating closely with internal stakeholders across logistics, operations and demand planning you’ll support tender management, pricing strategies and product data accuracy. You’ll also ensure compliance with sustainability and ethical sourcing policies, maintain robust documentation for all procurement activities and proactively identify opportunities to optimise supply chain performance, product quality and operational efficiency.
We’re seeking a commercially astute and proactive individual who brings energy, ownership, and a solutions-focused mindset.
* Proven experience in a Supply Chain role within Food production or FMCG
* Strong negotiation, communication and supplier management skills.
* Confident working with international suppliers and import/export processes.
* Excellent administrative and analytical skills.
* Strong IT and Excel proficiency
Why Join this business?
* Opportunity to work in an international, fast-paced FMCG environment.
* A culture built on teamwork, respect and innovation.
* Genuine career progression within a growing, sustainability-driven business.
This role is office based Monday – Thursday with Friday WFH.
If you’re passionate about Supply Chain and thrive in a fast-moving values-led environment, apply today to be part of a team that’s shaping the future of food sourcing and supply then apply today with your CV or contact myself (Neal) directly to discuss further – If you would like to add a note to your application with why the role feels like a fit that would be a helpful but not essential.
Please note that visa sponsorship is unavailable for this position and that the employer is not open to candidates who are on Visa’s
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