Supply Planning Manager
Supply Planning Manager
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£ 40000 - 43000
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Job Description
Join Our Supply Chain Team at The Compleat Food Group!
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and proactive Supply Planning Manager to lead and optimise our end-to-end supply planning processes based at our site in Nottingham!
You will be responsible for ensuring product availability while balancing inventory levels minimising supply chain costs and supporting business growth. You will play a critical role in aligning supply with forecasted demand managing supplier relationships and driving continuous improvement across the planning function.
Who We Are:
At The Compleat Food Group were on a mission to create delectable food that not only brings joy to your taste buds but also extends love to our planet. We fondly refer to it as Food to Feel Good because we believe in savouring every bite whilst making a positive impact.
Our team of over c6000 remarkable individuals forms the core of all that we undertake. Their genuine passion drives the creation of delectable products for UK consumers prominent retailers and our thrilling market-leading brands such as Walls Pastry Squeaky Bean and Unearthed.
Working Hours:
The working hours are Monday to Friday 7am 3.30pm.
Your Duties Will Include:
- Collaborate with demand planners and commercial teams to align supply plans with forecasts and promotional calendars.
- Develop and execute inventory strategies to ensure optimal stock levels across warehouses and distribution centres.
- Work closely with manufacturing and co-packers to ensure production schedules meet demand while optimising capacity and efficiency.
- Partner with procurement to ensure material availability resolve supply issues and manage lead times and supplier constraints.
- Lead the supply planning component of the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process providing insight on capacity constraints and supply risks.
- Track and report key supply chain metrics (e.g. OTIF forecast accuracy inventory turns) and drive root cause analysis and corrective actions where necessary.
- Liaise with logistics customer service finance and commercial teams to ensure seamless execution and alignment on business priorities.
- Identify and implement process improvements leveraging data and analytics to enhance planning accuracy and supply chain efficiency.
Your Skills and Experience:
- 5 years of supply planning experience within FMCG or a similarly fast-paced industry.
- Strong understanding of supply chain planning systems and tools
- Proficient in Excel and data analysis
- Proven track record of managing complex planning processes across multiple SKUs categories and geographies.
- Strong analytical problem-solving and organisational skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Knowledge of lean principles and supply chain best practices.
Benefits:
- 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
- Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
- Employee well-being and community support groups
- Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
- Charity Initiatives and Team events
- 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial Emotional and Practical Support)
- Physical Wellbeing Benefits Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
- Online Wellbeing benefits
- Free Financial wellbeing mortgage calculators budget tools financial aid tools
- Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount
The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive respectful culture where everyone feels safe supported and valued. We welcome diverse talent knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.
We are committed to Fairness Equity Inclusivity and Respect we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunitys employer we provide all the support you need to succeed.
Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.
Recruitment Agencies:
We have a small active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.
If you would be interested in working with us please send a message to and should we have any roles we need additional support with we will reach out to you.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
