- Job Type: Full-time
- Location: East Suffolk
- Salary: £25,000 to £35,000
Are you a strategic thinker with a knack for analytics? We’re on the hunt for a dynamic Supply/Demand Planner to optimize our supply chain operations. This hybrid role is perfect for someone who excels in communication and thrives in a collaborative environment. If you’re ready to make a significant impact and work across departments seamlessly, we want to hear from you!
Day to Day of the role:- Develop procurement strategies to ensure timely availability of materials and products.
- Monitor inventory levels, manage reorder points, and coordinate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery.
- Maintain accurate records of inventory, procurement transactions, and supplier performance.
- Analyse sales data, market trends, and historical performance to forecast future product demand.
- Develop and maintain demand forecasts, collaborating with sales and finance teams to align with business objectives.
- Ensure integration between supply and demand planning processes for balanced inventory levels and optimal service.
- Participate in cross-functional meetings to discuss planning insights and strategies.
- Implement best practices in procurement and demand planning processes.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain performance.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field (desired not essential)
- Experience in supply planning, demand planning, or a related role.
- Proficiency in supply chain management software and advanced Excel skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Knowledge of the packaging industry is advantageous.
- 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
- Auto-enrolment into a Qualifying Earnings Pension Scheme.
- Option to buy/sell up to 5 days annual leave.
- Affordable Option to purchase private health care
- Enrolment into platform for discounts, access to EAP and online healthcare, plus an additional perk of 60 points added monthly which can be exchanged for cash vouchers.
- Bike to work scheme.