Supply Planner – Permanent | Castle Cary
Mon–Fri | Competitive salary + performance bonus
We're looking for a proactive
Supply Planner
to sit at the heart of the supply chain. In this role, you'll collaborate with demand teams, regional supply, and external suppliers to execute the S&OP plan while driving continuous improvement in service, cost, and efficiency. Your goal: to ensure maximum product availability through effective inbound planning from European factories, while managing inventory and costs to meet market targets.
Key Responsibilities
* Safeguard stock availability by managing supply exceptions and taking corrective actions.
* Place replenishment orders with European factories to meet service and inventory targets.
* Expedite supply where needed (e.g. production plan changes, transit time reduction).
* Analyse stock shortages, identify root causes, and coordinate solutions with factories, 3PLs, and demand teams.
* Partner with Sales & Marketing to manage residual and at-risk stock.
* Maintain optimal inventory at wholesaler locations, balancing stock-outs vs. overstock.
What We're Looking For
* 2+ years' experience in supply chain (supply planning, demand planning, or inventory management).
* Familiarity with planning systems (e.g. SAP, FuturMaster).
* Strong analytical mindset with a drive for continuous improvement.
* Stakeholder management skills with the ability to build strong cross-functional relationships.
* Confidence working with data systems and tools such as Power BI.
What's On Offer
* Competitive salary + bonus scheme.
* Opportunities for professional growth with best-in-class training and development.
* A purpose-driven, global business where your work has real impact.