Supply Planning Controller
Hybrid | Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Are you an experienced Supply Planning professional who thrives in a fast-paced FMCG environment? Do you enjoy balancing service, stock, cost and operational efficiency while working with cross-functional teams to keep products flowing through the supply chain?
Our client is a rapidly growing consumer brand with a strong presence across retail, e-commerce, wholesale and international markets. With ambitious growth plans and a commitment to innovation, they are looking for a Supply Planning Controller to join their dynamic Supply Chain team.
The Opportunity
As Supply Planning Controller, you'll play a key role in ensuring the right products are available at the right time, while optimising inventory levels, minimising waste and supporting business growth. Working closely with Demand Planning, Procurement, Logistics and external suppliers, you'll help drive supply chain performance and continuous improvement across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Create, maintain and optimise supply plans to ensure strong service levels and product availability.
Manage inventory levels, balancing customer demand, stock holding, working capital and waste targets.
Develop and manage supplier replenishment plans and order schedules.
Support the S&OP process, providing supply planning insights, risk analysis and recommendations.
Monitor supplier performance, identifying potential risks, constraints and capacity challenges.
Work closely with Demand Planning to align supply with forecasted demand.
Coordinate new product launches, product transitions, delists and packaging changes.
Maintain planning parameters, master data and system accuracy.
Analyse planning performance and identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiencies.
Support inventory reporting, stock reconciliation activities and planning system management.
About You
We are looking for a proactive and commercially minded supply chain professional who can combine strong analytical skills with effective stakeholder management.
You will ideally have:
Previous experience in Supply Planning, Inventory Planning, Supply Chain Planning or a similar role.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with advanced Excel capability.
Experience using ERP systems and supply planning tools.
A solid understanding of end-to-end supply chain operations.
Experience within FMCG, food, beverage, manufacturing, retail or other fast-moving environments.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships across teams and suppliers.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
A continuous improvement mindset and a proactive approach to challenges.
Experience supporting S&OP processes, product launches or inventory optimisation projects would be advantageous.
What's on Offer?
Annual bonus scheme
Hybrid working arrangement
Private healthcare
Generous holiday allowance
Pension scheme
Employee discount programme
Cycle-to-work and electric vehicle schemes
Career development and progression opportunities
Collaborative, high-growth working environment
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established yet entrepreneurial business operating within the FMCG sector. You'll have the chance to influence key supply chain decisions, contribute to exciting growth plans and work with a passionate team committed to operational excellence.
To find out more, please apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.
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