Supply Chain Planner

We are currently partnering with a fast-paced and growing organisation to recruit a Supply Chain planner. This role will take ownership of the end-to-end fulfilment process across a designated supplier category, ensuring supplier data is accurately maintained and operational processes run smoothly across internal systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of fulfilment activities for an assigned supplier category, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across all processes
• Provide key documentation and information to support inbound purchase orders, including:
  • Import clearance coordination
  • Management of manufacturing order tolerances
  • Supporting supplier payments in line with agreed terms
• Plan, schedule and coordinate inbound container shipments with suppliers and 3PL warehouse partners
• Forecast replenishment requirements for 3PL locations based on historical demand trends and upcoming business activity
• Generate reporting and trend analysis to support inventory planning and operational decision-making
• Raise and manage purchase orders in line with departmental targets and system-driven requirements
• Ensure timely supplier acknowledgement of purchase orders, challenging discrepancies and escalating issues where required
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records across business systems, communicating any changes to relevant stakeholders
• Monitor purchase order progress and proactively expedite deliveries to maintain high service levels
• Manage supplier non-conformance reports (NCRs), ensuring issues are recorded, investigated and resolved promptly
• Track and report on supplier and product performance, including ensuring all applicable rebates are captured
• Prepare data, insights and reports to support supplier reviews and commercial negotiations
• Support wider team activities and undertake additional duties as required

Required Background & Experience

• Previous experience within supply chain, logistics or warehouse/distribution environments
• Experience working with multiple systems, ideally including warehouse management and ERP systems
• Strong background in data management, reporting and analysis
• Experience managing relationships with multiple suppliers and third-party logistics providers

Skills & Attributes

• Strong analytical capability, with experience in forecasting and data-driven decision making
• Advanced Excel skills, with the ability to manipulate and manage complex data sets
• Highly detail-oriented, with a focus on accuracy across supply chain processes
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Process-driven and disciplined approach to work
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Genuine interest in product, supplier performance and supply chain operations

For more information call the Southampton Branch or if you fit the above Apply Now.