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A specialist electro-mechanical manufacturer with a broad client base and high quality products.
Your new role
This is an opportunity to join a successful business and play a key role in the ongoing development of their Supply Chain Planning function. Responsibilities include:
Planning & Scheduling
* Own the end-to-end supply, production and material planning process, translating this demand into executable plans
* Ensure plans meet customer demand while balancing inventory, lead times and operational constraints.
* Act as a planning data owner, ensuring integrity and accuracy is maintained, whilst chasing for updates on outstanding information
Inventory & Materials Management
* Optimise safety stock levels, reorder points, and replenishment strategies.
* Maintain healthy inventory levels while minimising obsolescence and excess.
* Coordinate with procurement to ensure material availability and support supplier performance analysis
Cross-Functional Collaboration
* Partner closely with Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics, Engineering, Sales and Finance to align priorities and resolve conflicts.
* Communicate planning changes, risks, and mitigation actions clearly and decisively.
Continuous Improvement
* Identify and implement process improvements to enhance planning accuracy and efficiency.
* Support digital transformation initiatives (e.g., advanced planning systems, automation, dashboards).
* Contribute to policy and procedure development within the supply chain function.
What you'll need to succeed
Technical Skills
* Strong understanding of supply chain planning principles (MRP, DRP, capacity planning).
* Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Dynamics 365, etc.).
* Data-driven decision-making; advanced Excel or planning analytics tools preferred.
Soft Skills
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
* Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.
* Problem-solving mindset with ability to work under pressure.
* Analytical thinking and high attention to detail.
Experience & Qualifications
* Previous experience in manufacturing environment (highly desirable).
* 3-7 years of supply chain planning experience; prior leadership responsibility advantageous.
* Professional certifications such as APICS/CPIM, CIPS, or equivalent are beneficial.
What you'll get in return
Competitive salary circa £35k, plus pension and benefits, opportunities for ongoing career progression. Please note this is on-site 5 days per week. The role holder will also need to travel to a facility on the Isle of White (typically 1 day per week). All travel will be fully expensed and there is time off in lieu of time spent travelling.
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