Supply Planner

We are currently seeking an interim Supply Planner to work with our global FMCG client, Elida Beauty, renowned for brands such as TIGI, VO5, Toni & Guy, and Brylcreem, and become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment.

The position can be based either in Holborn, London or Liverpool City Centre, depending on your preference. This is a full-time temporary role for 12 months, requiring 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying up to 46,500 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience.

The role currently offers a mix of remote and onsite working, subject to adjustment based on business requirements.

We are seeking a Supply Planner with a strong growth mindset and a results-driven approach. This role is critical in ensuring the right balance between brand, consumer, and customer needs while driving profitable growth.

As a Supply Planner, you will play a pivotal role in the Demand Supply Reconciliation (DSR) process, ensuring optimal capacity allocation and stock availability across a global organisation. This role offers opportunities to work on strategic supply chain initiatives and cross-functional projects as Elida Beauty continues to expand.

Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Execution

• Execute end-to-end Supply Planning strategy to align with business objectives.
• Convert constrained Finished Goods (FG) forecasts into actionable supply and capacity plans.
• Lead Demand Supply Reconciliation (DSR), sourcing, and capacity planning to ensure adequate stock levels.
• Focus on long-term capacity planning, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Drive operational excellence, proactively managing supply risks and challenges.
• Ensure exceptional customer service through on-time, in-full (OTIF) order fulfilment.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Own and monitor capacity, stock, and waste reporting, driving continuous improvement in service levels.
• Collaborate with the Planning Control Tower team on planning activities and strategic projects.

Partnership & Collaboration

• Work closely with Demand Planning, Customer Development (CD), and Marketing to integrate key marketing and trade initiatives into supply plans.
• Partner with 3rd-party manufacturers (3PM) and procurement to optimize inventory levels while maintaining target stock levels.
• Contribute to sourcing projects and network optimization.
• Manage repack and co-pack activities, ensuring seamless execution with key suppliers.

Process & Technology Management

• Enhance process efficiency and support technology transformation initiatives.
• Develop new analytics tools and drive automation in supply planning.
• Own and maintain all relevant master data for supply planning operations.

Talent Development & Leadership

• Support talent growth and succession planning, ensuring the organization is equipped for long-term success.
• Represent Elida Beauty Limited internally and externally with key stakeholders and industry bodies.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in leading cross-functional global teams with a proactive and results-driven approach.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel; experience with SQL, Power BI, or Demantra is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent oral and written communication.
• Ability to multi-task, meet tight deadlines, and work independently in a dynamic environment.
• Adaptability in a lean, agile organization, with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management (or a related field), preferred but not essential.

Additional Information
Holborn working environment:

• Bike Storage
• Caf
• Kitchen & Communal Areas
• Complimentary Tea & Coffee
• Complimentary Fruit & Biscuits
• Gym Facilities

Liverpool working environment:

• There is secure bicycle storage, showers and a gym on site.
• Wellbeing room on site suitable for expressing milk or prayer.
• The office is lift-accessible.
• There is gender-neutral, as well as gendered, bathrooms available.
• There are height-adjustable workspaces for wheelchair access.
• Nearest train stations are Lime Street or Liverpool Central, which are within walking distance.
• This site is based in Liverpool city centre.
• There is no parking onsite but a public car park on Mount Pleasant. Lime Street Train Station is the closest train line.