Supply Chain Planner

Job Description

Job Role: Supply Chain Planning (SCP) Team Leader

Salary: £40,000

Location: Leicestershire

Type: Full-Time / Permanent / Day Shift

Hours / Shift Pattern:

• 40 hours per week
• 4 on, 3 off (Wednesday to Saturday, 9 am - 7 pm)

Please Note: This position is open only to individuals with UK citizenship or those with indefinite leave to remain in the UK.

Overview:

Everest People Solutions is seeking a motivated and experienced Supply Chain Planning (SCP) Team Leader for a well-established and expanding business in the food manufacturing sector. The role involves overseeing daily planning operations, optimizing production schedules, and leading a dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company that prides itself on fostering a collaborative work environment and delivering high-quality products to major retailers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Production Planning: Develop and maintain accurate production schedules to meet customer orders on time.
• Order Management: Process and update customer orders, ensuring effective communication with relevant teams.
• Progress Monitoring: Track production progress and keep Shift Operations Managers informed of any deviations from the plan.
• KPI Management: Monitor plan adherence and maintain departmental KPIs on a weekly basis.
• Stock Management: Collaborate with the Materials Planner to ensure optimal stock levels of raw materials and packaging.
• Logistics Coordination: Oversee the efficient collection and delivery of goods, liaising with hauliers to minimize delays.
• Communication: Act as the key contact for both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear and timely communication across the board.
• Team Leadership: Lead and support your team, maintaining training records and fostering performance improvement.
• Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement by identifying and implementing process enhancements.
• HR Management: Manage team HR-related tasks, including holiday approvals and return-to-work interviews.

Essential Requirements:

• Experience: Minimum 3+ years in a supply chain or planning role within a manufacturing environment.
• Leadership: Proven ability to manage and motivate a small team.
• Skills: Excellent organizational and communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Industry Knowledge: Experience in FMCG, retail, or e-commerce environments.
• Advantageous: Familiarity with Sage 200 and experience with project management or process improvement initiatives.