Supply Chain Planning Specialist

Our client, a leading organisation in advanced technology manufacturing, is seeking a Supply Chain Specialist to join its Operations team on a permanent basis at its facility in Loughborough. This role will support production planning, procurement and material supply activities, ensuring components are available in line with project and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan production and material supply activities to support agreed build and consumption dates

Communicate demand plans clearly to suppliers, production teams and project stakeholders

Maintain accurate ERP data, including supplier commitment dates, lead times, minimum order quantities and Bills of Materials

Create and maintain clear-to-build reports, highlighting constraints, risks and required actions

Identify, manage and resolve material supply issues in a timely manner

Provide inputs into S&OP and MRP processes and manage resulting actions

Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments with suppliers and the Shipping and Logistics Controller

Monitor supplier performance KPIs and support supplier and process improvement initiatives

Job Requirements:

Experience in procurement, buying, supply chain planning or supply chain analysis within a manufacturing environment

Knowledge of supply chain control, material requirements planning and production planning

Experience creating and controlling Bills of Materials

Practical experience using an ERP system and maintaining accurate supply chain data

Strong reporting, analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent organisational skills with a flexible and solutions-focused approach

Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers

Good commercial awareness and supplier relationship management skills

HNC, HND, degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant business, procurement or supply chain discipline

Right to work in the UK, as Skilled Worker visa sponsorship is not available for this role

Benefits:

Salary sacrifice pension scheme

Private healthcare and life cover

25 days' holiday plus public holidays, with the option to buy or sell additional holiday

Electric car scheme and Cycle to Work Scheme

Exclusive discounts with high-street and online retailers

Relocation allowance where required

Reimbursement of professional memberships or subscriptions