Supply Planner - 6 Month Temporary Contract, Hemel Hempstead
Client: Booker
Location: Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom
Job Category: Logistics
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 7933de25b98e
Job Views: 4
Posted: 02.05.2025
Expiry Date: 16.06.2025
Job Description:
Booker • Maxted Rd, Hemel Hempstead • Apply by 09-May-2025
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Supply Planner to join Booker Retail Partners for 6 months to cover a secondment role in the Grocery Team at our Hemel Hempstead Office. Joining the wider product supply team, you will be responsible for achieving and maximising company product availability targets through careful planning and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
Requirements
* Work 38 hours a week, Monday to Friday
* Work in the office at least 2 days a week
What is in it for you
At Booker, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including discounts, insurance, health and wellbeing support, savings schemes, pension, life assurance, and more. Details are provided in the original description.
Responsibilities
* Optimise service levels to customers within the business unit and supply chain
* Manage a portfolio of suppliers and product categories
* Achieve stockholding and wastage budgets, communicate key issues, and support resolution
* Forecast, track promotions, and support seasonal activities
* Collaborate with internal teams to align trading activities with supply chain goals
* Develop relationships with suppliers and logistics partners to ensure optimal inbound supply levels
Candidate profile
Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills; ability to prioritize and meet deadlines; customer service orientation; analytical skills; proficiency in Excel; attention to detail; proactive problem solver; and relevant experience or qualifications in supply chain or retail are desirable. GCSEs in Maths and English (grade C or above) are required. A degree or professional qualification in supply chain is a plus.
About us
Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler, serving independent retailers, caterers, and small businesses across the country. We promote diversity, equity, and inclusion and support flexible working arrangements to accommodate various needs.
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