Supply Planner

Job Description

Consortium Professional Recruitment are representing a global manufacturer, based in the Hull area, who are seeking a proactive and analytical Supply, Supply & Production Planner. In this role, you will be responsible for balancing supply and demand, optimising production planning, and ensuring efficient supply chain operations. You will work closely with internal teams and directly liaise with customers to manage expectations, negotiate realistic lead times, and push back against unrealistic demands when necessary. Strong SAP knowledge and advanced Excel skills are essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop and maintain demand forecasts based on historical data, market trends, and customer orders.
• Create and optimise production plans to align with demand forecasts and inventory targets.
• Manage supply planning to ensure raw materials and components are available for production.
• Use SAP to monitor inventory levels, production schedules, and procurement activities.
• Analyse and interpret data using Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and other advanced functions.
• Work closely with sales, operations, and logistics teams to ensure smooth production and delivery processes.
• Liaise with customers to understand their needs, provide realistic lead times, and manage expectations.

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