Planning Manager

A leading FMCG Food Manufacturer are currently seeking a Senior Supply Chain Planning Manager to join the business to oversee the planning and execution of supply chain processes.

This Planning Manager will require a thorough understanding of FMCG supply chain requirements, including optimising inventory levels, streamlining production processes, and ensuring adherence to critical production timelines

Advanced MRP / Excel IT skills will be required for this position and ideally someone who has implemented a new planning system i.e. Microsoft Business / Microsoft Navigation MRP systems.

Senior Supply Chain Planning Manager responsibilities include:

• Produce and collate forecasts.
• Create and implement procurement, production and logistics plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and heads of departments.
• Manage inventory levels to ensure adequate stock availability while optimising inventory
• levels.
• Utilise Business Central to optimise production capacity, minimise lead times, and improve overall supply chain efficiency.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance overall operational effectiveness.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the planning team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Collaborate with purchasing department and manage day to day supplier relationships for the robust delivery of the plan.
• Flexibility and agility are ensured within the plan's framework, adapting to changing forecasts.
• Highlighting risks and opportunities within inventory levels.
• Provide secondary support to other planning or logistics functions at peak times.

This Planning Manager will require advanced Excel / MRP system Numerical and IT skills and analytical skills and the ability to interpret data as well as a commercial mind set. The role will require flexibility to adapt to changing market conditions, internal dynamics, adjusting planning strategy and tactics as needed

To apply please email a cv