Buyer / Demand Planner - Coulsdon
Location: Coulsdon
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00
About The Role
We are seeking a commercially aware, detail-oriented Buyer / Demand Planner to join our dynamic Supply Chain team in Coulsdon. This role involves balancing stock availability with cost efficiency, forecasting trends, and maintaining supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery within budget. You will play a key role in meeting our service and performance targets.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage stock levels and place timely, accurate orders
* Maintain data integrity for pricing, stock, and delivery schedules
* Build and negotiate with suppliers, review performance
* Collaborate with Sales, Finance, and Marketing to develop demand forecasts
* Lead process improvements in procurement and demand planning
* Drive the S&OP process to align supply with business demand
Key Behaviours
We value candidates who demonstrate:
* Courage to challenge and drive improvements
* Excellence in maintaining high standards in a fast-paced environment
* Collaboration across functions and strong relationship-building skills
* Career motivation and a desire for growth within the company
Minimum Requirements
Essential:
* Strong numeracy and literacy skills
* High attention to detail and accuracy
* Analytical skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and handling large data sets
* Cost management skills
Desirable:
* Procurement or supply chain experience
* CIPS or relevant qualifications
* Experience with procurement software
* Negotiation and multitasking abilities
Benefits
Join us for a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
* 25 days of holiday plus 8 bank holidays
* On-site parking
* Snacks, drinks, and fruits provided
* Company bonus scheme based on performance
* Standard pension scheme
If you're ready to advance your career and be part of a team that values excellence, apply now! We look forward to hearing from you.
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