Overview
Supply Planner role based in Castle Cary. Sitting at the heart of the supply chain, the supply planner collaborates cross-functionally with demand teams, regional supply, and external suppliers to execute the S&OP plan while driving continuous improvement across service, cost, and efficiency. To ensure maximum product availability through effective inbound supply planning from European factories, supporting delivery of market financial targets via proactive inventory and cost management.
Responsibilities
* Proactively protect future stock availability and mitigate risks by managing supply exceptions using available tools and resources (e.g. Futurmaster, Power BI, Excel).
* Place replenishment orders from European factories to meet service targets and maintain agreed inventory levels.
* Take proactive action to expedite supply (e.g. production plan changes, transit time reduction, booking-in efficiency).
* Analyse root causes of stock shortages and coordinate corrective actions with factories, 3PLs & demand teams.
* Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to drive timely sell-through of residual and at-risk stock.
* Maintain optimal inventory levels at wholesaler locations, placing replenishment orders as needed to avoid both stock-outs and overstock.
What are we looking for? (Qualifications)
* Minimum 2 years supply chain experience (Supply Planning, Demand Planning, Inventory Management etc.).
* Previous experience of planning systems such as FuturMaster, SAP.
* Excellent analytical skills coupled with a continuous improvement mindset to drive efficiency and process enhancements.
* Stakeholder management experience, including the ability to build strong cross-department relationships, supported by robust interpersonal and influencing skills.
* Aptitude for working with data systems and analytics tools such as Power BI.
What would be your key responsibilities?
* (See Responsibilities above for daily duties and expectations.)
What can you expect from Mars?
* Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, guided by The Five Principles.
* Join a purpose driven company striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
* Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to Mars University.
* An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
About Mars
Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce brands including M&M's, SNICKERS, TWIX, MILKY WAY, DOVE, PEDIGREE, ROYAL CANIN, WHISKAS, EXTRA, ORBIT, 5, SKITTLES, BEN'S ORIGINAL and COCOAVIA. We also take care of half the world's pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles are Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Technology, Information and Internet
Castle Cary, England, United Kingdom
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