The role of Supply Chain Planner is a full-time office-based role in an exciting office location based in Central Manchester!

Primary Role

• Convert our short and medium term demand forecasts into workable supply forecasts to be shared on rolling basis with third party manufacturers & co-packers, anticipate capacity challenges and working with stakeholders to optimise production.
• Plan POs with suppliers, in line with agreed order cycles.
• Maintain our stock position vs. target for finished goods and componentry for the category to ensure availability to customers.
• Manage the customer orders inbox, responding to retailers and partners, resolving issues with logistics partners to meet customer service objectives regarding on time and in full.
• Record logistical non-conformances in quality management system and ensure a resolution is reached.
• Manage and execute internal & external sample orders process and requests.
• Share & report on stock movements and holdings with Third Party Logistics partners to contribute to supplier management process.
• Lead the stock allocation process and the communication of both allocations and order shortages both internally and externally.

Requirements

Your key skills:

• Highly organised and detail orientated
• High levels of resilience and robustness
• Time management
• Effective communication

Preferred Experience:

• Knowledge of Logistical Processes
• Strong Microsoft Excel acumen
• Use of stock management systems (ERP/MRP)
• Use of Anaplan Platform