About the role
The Supply Planner is responsible for ensuring the timely replenishment of a defined product portfolio at their designated depot. This includes managing the delivery of goods from suppliers into the warehouse, guided by forecast data and recommended order files.
They hold full accountability for achieving the Customer Availability KPI and will lead all associated activities to meet this target. A key part of the role involves minimising stock age write-offs and optimising warehouse capacity.
Collaboration is central to success in this role. The Supply Planner will work closely with the wider Supply Planning community, Inventory Analysts, Demand Planning, and Depot teams to ensure seamless operations.
They will also build strong, influential relationships with suppliers to secure optimal outcomes for each transaction. Acting as the primary point of contact for On Time performance at the depot, they serve as a vital link between the Supply Planning department and depot operations.
In addition, they will represent depot needs in Supply Chain meetings and drive process improvements within their location to enhance overall planning efficiency.
Key Accountabilities
1. Maintain, plan and replenish indicated portfolio of products based on deliveries schedules & forecast
2. Manage the parameters of the portfolio & planning tool (Bin levels, MOQ’s, Order Multiples, Lead Time, Stock Age Risks, etc)
3. Key KPI: In Full, supported by availability and inventory KPIs (inc. Stock Age Risks)
4. Raise and manage purchase orders to our warehouse following established processes
5. Manage uplifts returns to suppliers (Planning & relationships)
6. Establish strong relationship with suppliers in cooperation with Inventory Analyst, Depot Teams, Demand Planning, Commercial and Product Data departments
7. Constantly liaise with Goods in / Operational Teams & Inbound receipt query resolution
8. Pro-actively communicate any items at risk of impacting customer service
9. Feedback on any unfulfilled demand root causes
10. Perform tasks as requested by Manager
11. Ownership of all stock queries (IF) for the Depot
12. Observer Role: Stock Integrity
About You
You'll have a proven track record of achievement in a Planning Role (supply or demand planning), experience of the GB drinks industry and a working knowledge of the Supply Chain process is preferable.
13. Demonstrated effective communications and negotiation skills
14. Analytical, numerical and sound judgement
15. Supplier Relationships Management
16. Team player / collaborator
17. Driven self-starter, comfortable with taking accountability
18. The ability to work collaboratively and cross-functionally
About Us
Operating through the Matthew Clark, Bibendum, Tennent’s and Bulmers Ireland brands, the Group has a market leading range, scale and reach including an intimate understanding of the markets it serves.
From grass to glass, and everything in between, we grow, brew, manufacture, market, and deliver some of the world’s favourite drinks. C&C Group’s portfolio of owned/exclusive brands include: Bulmers, the leading Irish cider brand; Tennent’s, the leading Scottish beer brand; Magners the premium international cider brand; as well as a range of fast-growing, premium and craft ciders and beers, such as Heverlee, Menabrea, Five Lamps and Orchard Pig.
We seek to champion and embed sustainability in everything that we do at C&C. While delivering joy to customers, we always shine a light on people and the planet. We have a clear ESG vision delivering to a better world. We respect, support, and develop all our people to be their best, with a focus on results by creating a culture of winning together.
We also recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to delivering on our mission. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.