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SalaryJob Title:Planning Supervisor
Location: Wakefield, WF2, Parking on Site
Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 per year
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time
Our client, a leading manufacturing company, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Planning Supervisor to join their team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in optimising inventory levels, ensuring smooth operations, and maintaining excellent relationships with suppliers. If you have a passion for planning and logistics, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role is perfect for you!
Responsibilities:
- Monitor and analyse stock levels to achieve optimal inventory levels and minimise slow-moving items.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to manage inventory and meet business requirements.
- Run the purchase ordering process, maintaining accurate records and budgetary control.
- Communicate effectively with suppliers, ensuring timely delivery and resolving any issues or queries.
- Work closely with the Product Development Manager on scaling up and setting up systems for new products.
- Liaise with the Warehouse and other departments to ensure smooth order delivery and meet customer expectations.
- Maintain the database system ensuring accurate product data and modifications as required.
- Organise and select appropriate freight carriers.
- Collaborate with team members, provide support, and contribute to project work when required.
Essential Qualifications and Skills:
- Maths and English GCSE qualifications.
- Proven experience in planning and inventory management, ideally in a procurement and planning department.
- Familiarity with overseas suppliers and logistics.
- Strong people management skills, including workflow management and coaching.
- A commitment to company goals, continuous learning, and bringing new ideas to the table.
- Attention to detail and a quality-oriented approach.
- Customer focus with a passion for delivering high-quality service.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office, specifically Excel and Word, as well as experience with ERP systems.
- Exceptional organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
Our client offers an attractive salary package and the opportunity to work in a fast-growing and dynamic environment. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for planning and inventory management, we want to hear from you!
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