Supply Planner - 12 Month FTC

What will this role achieve? Working closely with Demand Planning, Material Requirements Planning, customer services and the factory operational team, the role requires regular liaison with other areas of the business to make tactical decisions relating to key important metrics such as customer service, inventory & cost. We’re as passionate about our people as we are about our consumers! At pladis, you will be given responsibility, ownership, and stretching targets, together with the support and personal development plan to help you achieve your potential. You will not be a cog in a big wheel, but a valued part of a team where you make a difference – every day. pladis has an ambitious growth programme in local, developing and emerging markets, with innovation at its core.

What will be your key deliverables? Manage the factory detailed capacity plan & master production schedule to deliver 98.5% inbound service level Generate a 12 wk detailed capacity plan for the site Convert the next 2 weeks into the factory production schedule, balancing the optimal line efficiency with customer service demands Represent the team in morning factory reviews to ensure minimal stoppages / waste on line Review daily stock levels with the Customer Service team / factory to mitigate any potential customer shorts Attend the medium-term planning meeting each month to manage site expectations of the forward capacity plan & ensure all lines of products have the required capacity to service the market Deliver company inventory targets for your site Use inventory analytics data to minimise excessive production Remove dead stock through setting optimal safety stocks Prevent waste in the form of clearance & finished product scrap Identify non-value add SKUs to be rationalised Play an active role in minimising raw material waste through involvement in product transition planning System Control & maintain master data within the planning system to ensure accuracy of plans and full automation where possible Own sections of the planning document and regularly review / update the operating principles between the site & central planning team Organisation Demonstrate positive behaviours in line with the GOA21 framework Multi-skilling, learn to cover at least one other supply planning role Visit sites to collaborate & enhance relationships as & when required Flexibility, go above and beyond where required to ensure delivery of business results Project work In addition to the core role, Supply Planners are expected to take on additional project work to build the business. The projects will be dependent upon business requirements & the individual.

What do you need for this role? Essential High degree of understanding of end-to-end Supply Chain Planning processes Proven Supply Planning Experience within FMCG Strong IT literate with strong spreadsheet knowledge e.g. Excel Highly numerate and analytical Ability to work independently and manage own workload, work under own initiative Ability to work effectively with cross functional teams Ability to prioritise workload & cope with pressure & a fast paced environment Ability to negotiate and influence at a Senior level Desirable Proven experience of working for FMCG / retail organisation, ideally with experience of manufacturing environment Understanding of the Sales & Operational Planning Processes Understanding of factory production processes and capabilities High degree of understanding of the business drivers and factors that impact on related KPIs Understanding and appreciation of master data Our winning traits and behaviours Purpose-Led - Energised by our promise to deliver happiness to the world with every bite Agile - Ever evolving, never satisfied and never standing still Collaborative - Willing to work with others for mutual success Resilient - Quick to adapt to change, fast learner and persistent in the face of setbacks Positive - Self-motivated, optimistic, adventurous, and inspiring Diversity and inclusion is central to everything we do and is reflected across our business. pladis brings together brands and people from around the globe – and this diversity is our great strength. We’re an equal opportunities employer and believe in fostering an inclusive environment where we celebrate diversity of thinking and respect everyone’s distinctive qualities and perspectives. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform key job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.