Supply Chain Planner

Posted 3 April by Henderson Brown Recruitment Ltd
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£30,000 - £33,000 per annum
Waltham Cross , Hertfordshire
Permanent, full-time

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Posted by Henderson Brown Recruitment Ltd
Job Title: Supply Chain Planner
Location: Waltham Cross
Salary: £30,000 - £33,000

Are you ready to take your supply chain career to the next level? We're are seeking a Supply Chain Planner to join our client, a leading catering supplies company in Hertfordshire as a pivotal asset in optimising operational efficiency and customer satisfaction..

About the Role:

*Adhere to the overall planning and forecasting strategy to optimise customer service.
*Raise purchase orders, considering ongoing forecasts, lead times, shelf life and minimum order quantities.
*Challenge and analyse demand changes, liaising with stakeholders to minimise the impact on stock control.
*Provide long and short-term reports to identify at-risk materials and link them to specific SKUs.
*Manage changes to the plan and assess the impact on materials and packaging.
*Consider waste and shelf-life extensions to ensure availability and minimize waste.
*Proactively escalate issues and concerns through the approved procedure.
*Collaborate with Procurement, Sales, Operations, Logistics, and Quality teams.
*Communicate effectively with suppliers to ensure delivery requirements are met.
*Assist suppliers with booking procedures and compliance.
*Participate in daily internal communication for seamless coordination.

About you:

*Previous work experience in a supply chain environment, preferably in an FMCG setting.
*High-level understanding of Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
*Ability to present key data effectively.
*Sense of ownership and pride in performance.
*Critical thinker and problem solver.
*Good time-management skills.
*Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
*Ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail.
*Good numerical accuracy and reporting skills.
*Strong organisational skills
*Ability to work under pressure.
*Experience within an FMCG environment or food manufacturing.

Flexible Working Hours:

With a 40-hour workweek, you'll enjoy a Monday to Friday schedule, complemented by a flexible approach to accommodate departmental coverage from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Some Sundays (one in six) are part of the schedule, ensuring a balance between workload and engagement activities

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a passionate team dedicated to supply chain excellence. Ready to make your mark? Please apply now or get in touch with Chris Beal at OR

Reference: 52415796

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