Supply Chain Planning Specialist

Job description

Our client, a leading organisation in advanced technology manufacturing, is seeking a Supply Chain Specialist to join its Operations team on a permanent basis at its facility in Loughborough. This role will support production planning, procurement and material supply activities, ensuring components are available in line with project and customer requirements.

• Plan production and material supply activities to support agreed build and consumption dates
• Communicate demand plans clearly to suppliers, production teams and project stakeholders
• Maintain accurate ERP data, including supplier commitment dates, lead times, minimum order quantities and Bills of Materials
• Create and maintain clear-to-build reports, highlighting constraints, risks and required actions
• Identify, manage and resolve material supply issues in a timely manner
• Provide inputs into S&OP and MRP processes and manage resulting actions
• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments with suppliers and the Shipping and Logistics Controller
• Monitor supplier performance KPIs and support supplier and process improvement initiatives

• Experience in procurement, buying, supply chain planning or supply chain analysis within a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of supply chain control, material requirements planning and production planning
• Experience creating and controlling Bills of Materials
• Practical experience using an ERP system and maintaining accurate supply chain data
• Strong reporting, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organisational skills with a flexible and solutions-focused approach
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers
• Good commercial awareness and supplier relationship management skills
• HNC, HND, degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant business, procurement or supply chain discipline
• Right to work in the UK, as Skilled Worker visa sponsorship is not available for this role

• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Private healthcare and life cover
• 25 days' holiday plus public holidays, with the option to buy or sell additional holiday
• Electric car scheme and Cycle to Work Scheme
• Exclusive discounts with high-street and online retailers
• Relocation allowance where required
• Reimbursement of professional memberships or subscriptions

Reference 225701837