A leading Foodservice company are looking for a Supply Chain Planner to join their team. Please note - This is a part time (20 hour / per week) role.
Job Purpose
Contribute to achieving c. 97% supplier service levels and c. 20 stock day target. To ensure a smooth and efficient flow of goods, to the end customer, while minimising costs and maximising customer satisfaction.
Scope of the Role
* Accountability for the stock planning & forecasting of c. 550 - 1500 SKUs across 3 warehouse locations within your designated category.
* Build and maintain relationships with over 80 suppliers.
* Responsibility for ensuring sufficient stock at our 3 sites is procured from c. 350+ suppliers for c. 1500 Frozen SKU's, c. 550 Chilled SKUs, and c. 1800 Ambient SKU's.
Knowledge / Skills
Essential
* Strong I.T and administration skills, numeracy, and a good level of English.
* Customer Service Focus, Excellent communication, interpersonal, relationship building, and stakeholder management skills.
* An action-oriented individual, who is solutions focused, can manage multiple priorities, and deliver results on time.
* A good team player, with attention to detail and good problem-solving skills that follows processes in place and prioritises business improvement.
* Ability to analyse large datasets to identify trends and make informed decisions.
* Strong analytical skills to be able to identify problems, evaluate options, and make data-driven decisions.
* Ability to troubleshoot issues and develop effective solutions.
* Strong organisational and time management skills to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
* Good attention to detail to ensure accuracy in planning and execution.
* Experience using Microsoft office suite of applications, including Excel.
Desirable
* An understanding of the supply chain process, including procurement, inventory, logistics, and distribution.
* Experience in supply chain planning role or related field.
* Knowledge of and experience with forecasting techniques and demand planning processes.
* Understanding of inventory control principles, including inventory optimisation, stock levels, and reorder points and experience managing inventory levels and optimising stock.
* Experience coordinating transportation and warehousing operations.
* Proficiency in supply chain planning software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JDA).
* Experience using data analysis tools to identify trends and make decisions.
* Knowledge of or experience working within FMCG (Fast move consumer goods).
* CIPS Level 2 or equivalent.
* A commitment to continuous learning and development.
* Intermediate Excel skills.
Accountabilities
* Demonstrate a positive, customer-focused, and professional approach.
* Contribute to a diverse, inclusive, solutions-oriented, and customer service focussed culture.
* Share ideas and develop new ways of working to improve company performance and employee engagement.
* Demonstrate professionalism and deliver an awesome customer experience to both internal and external customers.
* Ensure supply chain continuity is always maintained and maximise product lifecycle.
* Ensure that the correct level of stock is at the right place, at the right time and at the right depot.
* Analyse historical data and market trends to predict future demand for products.
* Ensure optimal inventory levels to meet customer needs while minimising holding costs circa 20 stocks days.
* Build and maintain good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, to include suppliers, customers and colleagues; negotiate supply chain agreements; and monitor supplier performance.
* Ensure problem stock is highlighted to sales and commercial solutions are explored for a swift resolution and work with the account managers of large customers on product forecasting.
* Oversee the transportation and storage of goods and manage stock movements between depots to maximise sales.
* Identify and mitigate potential disruptions to the supply chain e.g. supply shortages or transportation delays.
* Ensure goods are purchased in line with commercial targets maximising category margin and business income.
* Ensure commercially best buying decisions have been made to acquire stocks, looking for cost savings and deals.
* Demonstrate commitment to and support our Environmental, Social and Governance goals in how daily tasks and responsibilities are carried out.
* Actively promote a food safety culture through sharing knowledge and expertise.
* Share and promote best practice and adherence to Cyber essentials standards.
* Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
* To disclose any evidence of product safety, legality, quality, or integrity issues.
* To report all accidents and promote best practices in Health and Safety and contribute to ensuring a safe working environment for all employees, workers, and visitors on site.
Key Performance Indicators
* Stock Availability
* Stock holding (value and days on hand)
* Stock Days (Cases/£)
* Sub Supply
* Inter Branch Transfer (IBT)
* Supplier Performance & Service Level
* Category Margin
* Promotional Buy Ins
* Obsolete stock management
* Accuracy 100
The salary is for the supply chain planner is £13,770 based on a 20 hour week.
The role can be Hybrid working if needed.
Please send a CV to (email address removed) ( This is just.co) to apply
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