Are you passionate about supply chain management and looking to make a significant impact? Join our dynamic Operations team as a Senior Supply Chain Planner, where you'll support a diverse portfolio of clients, manage relationships with manufacturers and 3PLs, and lead demand planning efforts to drive success.
This job role is paying up to £30,000.00 per annum depending on previous experience and skill set and is based in Kettering on a full time contract.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Planning: Define available warehouse stock and client sales forecasts to create accurate manufacturing demand figures.
- Price Management:Maintain competitive supply prices and streamline new supplier/customer onboarding processes.
- Client Coordination:Liaise with manufacturers to ensure timely production in line with client agreements.
- Schedule Optimisation:Develop and propose manufacturing schedules for client approval, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness.
- Production Planning:Create weekly production plans and material requirements in collaboration with manufacturers.
- Forecasting:Generate and communicate forecasts to manufacturers, ensuring alignment with production needs.
- Order Advisory:Advise clients on optimal ordering schedules to maintain stock levels and meet demand.
- Inventory Monitoring:Oversee raw material delivery, availability, and stock levels, resolving issues promptly.
- Relationship Management:Foster strong relationships with clients and suppliers, providing performance feedback and ensuring satisfaction.
- Quality Control:Continuously monitor best before dates and communicate updates to clients.
- Reporting:Produce comprehensive weekly reports to keep stakeholders informed.
- Process Improvement:Lead the implementation of new processes when onboarding manufacturers, ensuring seamless integration.
- Documentation:Manage billing materials and costings, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records in the system.
- Recall Management:Handle product recalls efficiently, coordinating with clients, warehouses, customers, and internal teams.
- Stock Reconciliation: Perform month-end stock reconciliation and adjustments to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Communication: Keep all relevant parties informed about stock statuses, critical issues, and new processes.
- Supplier Management:Set up new suppliers and manage critical supply chain issues with clear and effective communication.
- Continuous Improvement: Review and enhance processes and procedures, promoting best practices across the department.
- Mentorship:Support and mentor Operations Analysts to foster team growth and development.
Core Competencies:
-Attention to Detail: Ensure accuracy and precision in all tasks.
-Deadline Management: Meet deadlines consistently in a fast-paced environment.
-Priority Management: Effectively manage conflicting priorities.
-Communication:Communicate clearly and effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
-Interpersonal Skills: Interface confidently at all levels within the organization.
-Team Support: Be supportive and collaborative with colleagues.
-Customer Service Excellence: Commit to delivering exceptional customer service.
-Reliability: Be a dependable and trustworthy team member.
-Technical Proficiency: Be IT literate and proficient in relevant software.
Experience and Skill Requirements:
- Strong literacy and numeracy skills (equivalent to GCSE 5+ in English and Maths)
- Proficient in using MS Excel in an operations role
- Demonstrated experience in a similar role, covering key responsibilities
- Proficiency in inventory and accounting software (e.g., SOS, Unleashed, QuickBooks, Xero, Sage)
- Proactive mindset with the ability to build and maintain supplier relationships
Why Join Us?
- Impactful Work: Play a crucial role in driving supply chain efficiency for our clients.
- Growth Opportunities: Develop your skills and advance your career in a supportive environment.
- Collaborative Team: Work with a dynamic and passionate team dedicated to excellence.
- Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and a positive work-life balance.
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