Job Description:

Supply Chain Planning Manager

Telford

Permanent

Up to circa £55,000 per annum (DOE)
Hours: 37.5 per week

Are you an experienced Supply Chain Planning Manager, Demand Planning Manager looking for an opportunity to shape and develop a growing supply chain function?

Due to continued expansion, a rapidly growing FMCG manufacturing business is looking to recruit a Supply Chain Planning Manager to lead its planning operation. Supplying a number of well-known and prestigious customers, the business has experienced significant growth and is now looking for a strong people leader who can move the function from a reactive approach to a more strategic, forward-thinking operation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious supply chain professional who enjoys developing teams, improving processes and driving operational performance within a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment.

The Supply Chain Planning Manager will be responsible for:

• Leading, coaching and developing the Supply Chain Planning team to drive engagement, accountability and performance
• Creating and delivering robust demand, supply and production plans to support customer requirements and business objectives
• Driving the transition from reactive planning to a proactive and strategic planning function
• Implementing and developing S&OP processes to improve cross-functional alignment and decision making
• Managing inventory levels to balance customer service, stock availability and working capital targets
• Working closely with Operations, Sales and Finance to ensure plans remain aligned with business priorities
• Monitoring forecasting accuracy and implementing improvements to planning processes
• Supporting capacity planning activities to maximise operational efficiency
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives focused on service levels, productivity and cost reduction
• Ensuring effective use of ERP/MRP systems to enhance planning visibility and data accuracy

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in a Supply Chain Planning Manager, Demand Planning Manager, Supply Chain Manager or similar planning-focused leadership role
• FMCG, food manufacturing, fresh produce, beverage or other high-volume manufacturing experience
• Strong understanding of demand planning, supply planning, production planning and inventory management
• Proven experience leading and developing supply chain or planning teams
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities
• ERP/MRP systems experience
• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to drive change within a growing business

• Collaborating with operational teams to improve planning accuracy and efficiency 

The Application Process:

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We will carefully consider your details and advise you if we're able to progress with your application within 72 working hours. If you do not hear from us within this time your details won’t be retained. So, if you're not successful on this occasion, do continue to respond to future roles we advertise. In the meantime, all good wishes and continued success with your search for employment.

About Us

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