Supply Chain Planner
WR Logistics
Date: 1 week ago
City: Luton
Salary:
£38,000
-
£45,000
per year
Contract type: Full time
Supply Chain Planner - Luton
We are looking for a skilled and analytical professional to join our client's Shipping team.in Luton, UK. Experience in the wine industry, along with a solid understanding of replenishment and forecast planning processes, is essential. This role requires a highly numeric and detail-oriented individual who will be responsible for stock availability and service levels while minimizing shortages and costs.
Job type: Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday - 37.5 hours (Hybrid working available after 3 month probation)
What's on Offer
Competitive Salary
Bonus Structure & Profit Share Scheme
Pension Scheme
25 Days Annual Leave (plus option to purchase up to 5 extra days)
Flexible Working Arrangements
Free ParkingKey Responsibilities
Stock & Replenishment Management
Monitor a portfolio of wines using system tools to ensure replenishment commitments align with short- and medium-term demand.
Consider factors such as stock levels, expected arrivals, forecasts, target service levels, lead times, supplier reserves, and seasonal policies.
Continuously review and adjust forecasts based on short-term trends, collaborating with the Demand Planner to communicate deviations.
Maintain inventory levels in line with stockholding objectives and Supply Chain KPIs.
Ensure product availability meets agreed targets while optimizing shipping costs and overall stock cover. Order & Supplier Coordination
Manage order review cycles, consolidations, and purchase quantities (EOQ/MOQ).
Review system-generated and manual purchase orders, approving and releasing as needed.
Establish strong relationships with suppliers, managing allocations, demand changes, vintages, and production plans. Collaboration & Communication
Work closely with Sales Teams and the Demand Planner to support new business opportunities and customer-specific requirements.
Assist with tender response activities and provide guidance on proposed wines.
Coordinate with the Supply Chain Manager to allocate supply for priority customers during shortages.
Prepare and execute seasonal stock build plans to accommodate peak trading periods and producer closures.
Communicate supply constraints or potential shortages to the business and customers proactively.Continuous Improvement & Sustainability
Challenge current processes to identify environmentally friendly alternatives.
Maintain knowledge of bulk bottling and own-label replenishment processes.Requirements
Industry Experience: Strong understanding of replenishment and forecast planning within the food/drinks sector.
Technical Skills: Familiarity with ERP systems and replenishment software (ideally Netstock & Navision).
Analytical & Forecasting Abilities: Experience managing volume forecasting across multiple product lines.
Problem-Solving & Attention to Detail: Ability to identify trends, manage allocations, and ensure numerical accuracy.
Collaboration & Communication: Strong relationship-building skills with suppliers and internal teams.
Self-Starter & Time Management: Ability to work independently and make informed decisions.
Excel Proficiency: Intermediate-level Excel skills required.
Experience: 1-2 years in a demand and supply planning role.WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.
WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
We are looking for a skilled and analytical professional to join our client's Shipping team.in Luton, UK. Experience in the wine industry, along with a solid understanding of replenishment and forecast planning processes, is essential. This role requires a highly numeric and detail-oriented individual who will be responsible for stock availability and service levels while minimizing shortages and costs.
Job type: Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday - 37.5 hours (Hybrid working available after 3 month probation)
What's on Offer
Competitive Salary
Bonus Structure & Profit Share Scheme
Pension Scheme
25 Days Annual Leave (plus option to purchase up to 5 extra days)
Flexible Working Arrangements
Free ParkingKey Responsibilities
Stock & Replenishment Management
Monitor a portfolio of wines using system tools to ensure replenishment commitments align with short- and medium-term demand.
Consider factors such as stock levels, expected arrivals, forecasts, target service levels, lead times, supplier reserves, and seasonal policies.
Continuously review and adjust forecasts based on short-term trends, collaborating with the Demand Planner to communicate deviations.
Maintain inventory levels in line with stockholding objectives and Supply Chain KPIs.
Ensure product availability meets agreed targets while optimizing shipping costs and overall stock cover. Order & Supplier Coordination
Manage order review cycles, consolidations, and purchase quantities (EOQ/MOQ).
Review system-generated and manual purchase orders, approving and releasing as needed.
Establish strong relationships with suppliers, managing allocations, demand changes, vintages, and production plans. Collaboration & Communication
Work closely with Sales Teams and the Demand Planner to support new business opportunities and customer-specific requirements.
Assist with tender response activities and provide guidance on proposed wines.
Coordinate with the Supply Chain Manager to allocate supply for priority customers during shortages.
Prepare and execute seasonal stock build plans to accommodate peak trading periods and producer closures.
Communicate supply constraints or potential shortages to the business and customers proactively.Continuous Improvement & Sustainability
Challenge current processes to identify environmentally friendly alternatives.
Maintain knowledge of bulk bottling and own-label replenishment processes.Requirements
Industry Experience: Strong understanding of replenishment and forecast planning within the food/drinks sector.
Technical Skills: Familiarity with ERP systems and replenishment software (ideally Netstock & Navision).
Analytical & Forecasting Abilities: Experience managing volume forecasting across multiple product lines.
Problem-Solving & Attention to Detail: Ability to identify trends, manage allocations, and ensure numerical accuracy.
Collaboration & Communication: Strong relationship-building skills with suppliers and internal teams.
Self-Starter & Time Management: Ability to work independently and make informed decisions.
Excel Proficiency: Intermediate-level Excel skills required.
Experience: 1-2 years in a demand and supply planning role.WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.
WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
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