Supply Planner

HR GO are seeking a Supply Planner for our Global Manufacturing client based in Folkestone for a 6 month FTC. This role will focus on supply planning of allocated brands for global supply of manufactured items, and requires a flexible proactive approach, and the ability to deal with ambiguous information on multiple items, which can change frequently at short notice.

The supply planner will be responsible of key supplies & inventory management for worldwide based distributors. The supply planner has specific responsibility for issuing supply plans to contract manufacturers, placing replenishment orders and ensuring these are delivered on time, expedited or delayed as necessary, with all information kept updated on SAP and communicated to key stakeholders throughout the business.

The successful candidate will have experience in Supply planning , SAP or planning software, raising purchase orders , chasing delivery dates and follow up with suppliers.

REGULAR DUTIES:

• You will be responsible for the supply planning of manufactured items source globally

• You will prepare supply plans, raise purchase orders and follow these through with contract manufacturers and co-packers proactively.

• You will work to minimise obsolescence and maximise customer service, using SAP and other sources of information.

• Monitoring stock levels vs inventory targets, working proactively with Supply Chain Planning Manager to optimise inventory through distribution centres.

• You will be the key point of contact for the products in your allocated brands- so you will be an Ambassador .

• Working with the Project buyers and Project Management team to integrate new products into the supply plan in good time.

• Ensuring regular housekeeping of MRP lists on SAP is in place.

• Data input and reporting on SAP

• Ownership of abnormal demand tracker (forecast changes in frozen period) and processing accepted abnormal demands for your brands within SAP.

• Requesting P2P transfers of finished goods when needed,

• Excel spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations at an intermediate/advanced level

• General liaison across the organisation, principally with Customer Fulfilment, Sales, Project Management and Marketing teams.

EDUCATION AND PRIOR WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Higher level general background education

• Proficient in SAP

• Knowledge and expertise of MRP list management in SAP

• Experience of placing purchase orders on SAP and following up with suppliers

• Highly numerate

• Excellent communication skills written and spoken English.

• French speaking will be an advantage,

• Experience at dealing effectively with people at all levels of an organisation

• Experience in a commercial or supply planning role

• Excellent organisation skills & proven attention to detail

• High level of computer literacy - spreadsheets, databases, presentations

This position is a full time, on a fixed term contract and a great opportunity to be part of a well-established , professional company. If you feel you have the relevant experience, then please apply with an up to date CV.