Distribution Requirements Planner

Summary: The Distribution Requirements Planner role involves planning finished goods requirements using SAP, projecting inventory levels, and coordinating supply with manufacturing and vendors. The position requires developing capacity plans and managing supply chain metrics while interfacing with various teams to support operations. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills and experience in manufacturing and distribution planning. Proficiency in English and Excel is mandatory, with French as a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan finished goods requirements using SAP, including inventory projections and safety stock calculations.
• Acquire demand forecasts and translate them into a network supply plan aligned with business strategy.
• Interface with manufacturing and external vendors to coordinate supply and track incoming materials.
• Develop mid/long-term Rough Cut Capacity Plans (RCCP) to maximize manufacturing efficiency.
• Maintain systems to drive net requirements for production and purchasing of finished goods.
• Develop monthly S&OP input and work with cross-functional teams to evaluate options and communicate tradeoffs.
• Manage risks and opportunities associated with demand variation and capacity constraints.
• Achieve metric targets for supply chain performance.

Key Skills:

• SAP knowledge; experience with other ERP systems is a plus.
• Manufacturing and Distribution Planning experience.
• Ability to interpret data and forecast demand.
• High proficiency in Excel.
• Ability to handle multiple planning cycles and conflicting priorities.
• English language proficiency; French is a plus.

Salary (Rate): 55000

City: Bridgend

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other