Supply Chain Planner

Job Title: Supply Chain Planner Location: Waltham Cross Salary: £30,000 - £33,000 Are you ready to take your supply chain career to the next level? We're are seeking a Supply Chain Planner to join our client, a leading catering supplies company in Hertfordshire as a pivotal asset in optimising operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.. About the Role: *Adhere to the overall planning and forecasting strategy to optimise customer service. *Raise purchase orders, considering ongoing forecasts, lead times, shelf life and minimum order quantities. *Challenge and analyse demand changes, liaising with stakeholders to minimise the impact on stock control. *Provide long and short-term reports to identify at-risk materials and link them to specific SKUs. *Manage changes to the plan and assess the impact on materials and packaging. *Consider waste and shelf-life extensions to ensure availability and minimize waste. *Proactively escalate issues and concerns through the approved procedure. *Collaborate with Procurement, Sales, Operations, Logistics, and Quality teams. *Communicate effectively with suppliers to ensure delivery requirements are met. *Assist suppliers with booking procedures and compliance. *Participate in daily internal communication for seamless coordination. About you: *Previous work experience in a supply chain environment, preferably in an FMCG setting. *High-level understanding of Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. *Ability to present key data effectively. *Sense of ownership and pride in performance. *Critical thinker and problem solver. *Good time-management skills. *Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. *Ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail. *Good numerical accuracy and reporting skills. *Strong organisational skills *Ability to work under pressure. *Experience within an FMCG environment or food manufacturing. Flexible Working Hours: With a 40-hour workweek, you'll enjoy a Monday to Friday schedule, complemented by a flexible approach to accommodate departmental coverage from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Some Sundays (one in six) are part of the schedule, ensuring a balance between workload and engagement activities This is an exceptional opportunity to join a passionate team dedicated to supply chain excellence. Ready to make your mark? Please apply now or get in touch with Chris Beal at (url removed) OR (phone number removed)