Supply Chain Planner Job at Reynolds Catering Supplies Ltd (Waltham Cross)

Job Description

Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain, you’ll play an important role in managing materials across the business, helping to maintain stock availability, minimise waste and support service levels. You’ll work closely with teams across Procurement, Sales, Operations, Logistics and Quality. We’re looking for a proactive Supply Chain Planner to join our Supply Chain team and help keep our operation running smoothly. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving, working at pace, and making a real impact on availability, service and waste management.

Job Responsibility

Support the overall planning and forecasting strategy
Manage and maintain stock levels of materials in line with business requirements
Raise purchase orders, considering forecasts, lead times, shelf life and minimum order quantities
Ensure all raw materials are sourced through approved suppliers
Monitor and analyse demand changes, working closely with stakeholders to minimise stock-related risks
Produce short and long-term reports to identify at-risk materials and associated SKUs
Manage changes to plans and assess the impact on materials and packaging requirements
Consider waste reduction opportunities, shelf-life extensions and customer lead times to maximise availability and minimise waste
Escalate issues and concerns through the appropriate channels in a timely manner
Maintain clear visibility of incoming materials and expected delivery schedules across the business
Work collaboratively with Procurement, Sales, Operations, Logistics and Quality teams
Liaise with suppliers to ensure delivery requirements are met
Support suppliers with booking procedures and compliance requirements
Participate in daily operational communications and planning activities

Requirements

Previous experience within a Supply Chain environment, ideally within FMCG
Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint
The ability to analyse, interpret and present data in a clear and meaningful way
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
Excellent organisational and time-management abilities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining excellent attention to detail
Experience working with processes, SOPs and KPIs
Good negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Strong numerical and reporting capabilities

What we offer

Annual pay reviews
28 days' holiday including Bank Holidays, increasing with service up to 33 days
Retail Discount Membership
Healthcare Cash Plan Membership
Pension Scheme enrolment
Free onsite parking

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