S&OP Supply Chain Planner

Overview
A well-established and highly regarded organisation within the consumer health and FMCG sector is seeking a driven Supply Planner to join their growing supply chain function. This business has a strong reputation for innovation, product quality, and international reach, supplying markets across the UK and globally.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring effective end-to-end supply planning, balancing demand and supply, and maintaining high service levels across a complex product portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Supply Chain Planning & Execution

• Manage the end-to-end flow of materials and finished goods from external manufacturing partners through to distribution
• Ensure high service levels and product availability across multiple markets
• Coordinate closely with internal and external stakeholders to maintain supply continuity

Inventory Management

• Optimise inventory levels to balance product availability with working capital efficiency
• Monitor shelf life and reduce risk of obsolete or slow-moving stock
• Maintain appropriate safety stock levels in line with demand variability

Supplier & Stakeholder Management

• Act as a key point of contact for external manufacturing partners
• Support capacity planning and secure production slots
• Monitor supplier performance, ensuring targets around OTIF and quality are met

Systems & Data Management

• Manage and maintain planning data including lead times, MOQs, and replenishment parameters
• Utilise ERP and planning systems to support MRP and forecasting activity
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of supply chain data

Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)

• Lead supply planning reviews and contribute to cross-functional alignment
• Validate demand inputs and assess supply risks and opportunities
• Develop short-, medium-, and long-term supply plans across product categories

Requirements

Essential

• Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or similar
• Strong experience in supply planning, MRP, or production scheduling
• Background within FMCG, consumer goods, healthcare, or similar fast-paced environments
• Experience managing inventory optimisation and service levels

Desirable

• Professional qualifications such as CIPS
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, D365)
• Advanced Excel and data analysis capability
• Experience with planning tools and scenario modelling

Benefits

• Competitive annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional wellbeing and flexible leave days
• Private healthcare and dental options
• Pension scheme and enhanced family leave
• Employee discounts and wellbeing initiatives
• Onsite parking and additional workplace perks