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Supply Chain Planner

Job Posted: 16 days ago

Salary: £ 30,000 - 35,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Skelmersdale, Lancashire

Expire in: 12 days

Job Description

Job Title: Supply Chain Planner

Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 + 10% bonus

Location: Skelmersdale (office-based with flexibility on start/finish times)

Introduction to the Company

A well-established manufacturing business with a strong market presence. The team is close-knit, supportive, and works at pace. You’ll be joining a group that values collaboration, open communication, and a positive working environment. Expect a team with real energy and people who pull together to get things done.

Role and Responsibilities

  * Plan and forecast demand to ensure the right stock is available at the right time

  * Manage materials planning, inventory levels, and supplier orders

  * Maintain high product availability targets across key categories

  * Analyse data to improve stock control and reduce excess or obsolete stock

  * Monitor supplier performance and manage delivery schedules

  * Expedite materials to meet customer demand and avoid delays

  * Work closely with sales, procurement, and marketing teams

  * Support inbound logistics and manage freight costs

  * Identify areas for process improvement and take action

Key Requirements

  * Experience in supply chain or materials planning

  * Strong understanding of inventory management and forecasting

  * Confident working with data and making decisions from it

  * Good communication skills and ability to work across teams

  * Comfortable managing suppliers and building relationships

  * Experience with planning systems (SLIM4 or similar is useful)

Benefits and Perks

  * 10% bonus based on personal and business performance

  * 25 days holiday + bank holidays

  * Pension (5% employee / 3% employer)

  * Life assurance (x3 salary)

  * Wellbeing support package

  * Flexible start and finish times

  * Supportive team with a strong culture and working environment

Why Apply
This is an ideal role for a hands-on, experienced planner from a manufacturing environment where you will be surrounded by experienced supply chain professionals.

Please apply now and I’ll get in touch to arrange a call

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