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Alexander Steele Recruitment has partnered with an award-winning food business supplying all major UK retailers and foodservice customers with both branded and own-label products.
They are urgently looking for a Supply Planner to source high-quality products from worldwide suppliers, manage supplier relationships, and ensure that the business meets their customers' needs efficiently and ethically.
On Offer
* Basic salary will be circa £40K to £45K
* Discretionary & EOT Bonus
* Matched pension contributions (up to 5%)
* Healthcare & life cover
* Hybrid working (work from home on Fridays)
Key responsibilities
* Work closely with suppliers, co-packers, and production teams to align supply with demand, manage lead times, and resolve constraints that could impact availability.
* Support all aspects of the purchasing process from identifying new suppliers, understanding market movements, and managing order placement.
* Translate customer demand forecasts into supply plans, ensuring sufficient stock availability while minimizing waste, particularly given the short shelf life of food products.
* Monitor stock levels across distribution centres, balance supply with demand, and set safety stock parameters to ensure high service levels without overstocking.
Candidate requirements
* A tertiary qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Management or equivalent will be preferred.
* At least 3 years’ experience in Materials Planning, Supply Planning, Buying or Purchasing in an FMCG environment.
* Strong negotiation and influencing skills
* Excellent time management and interpersonal skillsDo not include the following in your job application, CV, or cover letter:
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