An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Demand & Supply Planner in the FMCG industry, located near Warrington. This role is vital for ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of procurement and supply chain operations in the company.
Client Details
Our client is a prominent player in the FMCG industry, employing thousands of people across multiple locations. They are well-regarded for their high-quality products and their commitment to continuous improvement and innovation. The company has a robust presence near Warrington, where this role is based.
Description
As the Demand & Supply Planner you duties will include, however will not be limited to:
- Creating short-term and long-term production plans based on demand requirements
- Creating Sales and Operations planning inputs ensuring that demand changes are understood and communicated to suppliers
- Managing capacity impacts and communicating these within the Business
- Maintaining Supplier relationships via regular interaction to ensure performance issues are reviewed and escalated when and where required
- Raising purchase orders for inbound deliveries and communicating all transport requirements to the 3PL's including tracking the 3PL performance
- Ad hoc projects as required
Profile
The successful Demand & Supply Planner should have:
- Previously worked in a similar position within an FMCG business - ESSENTIAL
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - ESSENTIAL
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities - ESSENTIAL
- Strong IT skills including Excel - ESSENTIAL
- A relevant qualification or equivalent - DESIRABLE
Job Offer
- A competitive salary up to £39,000 per annum.
- Excellent benefits including flexible working hours with core hours between 10am - 4pm (37.5 hours per week).
- The opportunity to work 2/3 days from home, fostering a better work-life balance.
- An immediate start is available however short notice periods can be accommodated.
- A vibrant company culture that encourages growth, innovation, and teamwork.
We encourage candidates who are interested in this rewarding career opportunity in the FMCG industry to apply.