Supply Chain Planning Manager

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We are looking for Planning & Supply Chain Manager for UK

At Nutriment Company we are entrepreneurs, visionaries and doers. We operate in one of the fastest growing segments of FMCG right now - pet food - and we are proud to be Europe's leading company within the natural premium segment. Our headquarters are in Stockholm and Düsseldorf, and we currently have +850 employees spread across Europe. We generate 250+ million EUR turnover with strong profitability, and we are owned by the Nordic private equity company Axcel.

At The Nutriment Company, we have a highly motivated, ambitious, and fun team that aspires to take our company to the next level, as we expand at a high pace both through organic growth and acquisitions across Europe.

We are looking for an experienced and commercially minded Planning & Supply Chain Manager to lead all planning, procurement, and supply chain activity across our UK business. This is a critical role that sits at the heart of our operations, directly influencing product availability, cost efficiency, and gross margin performance.

You will be responsible for end-to-end supply chain planning, from raw material procurement through to finished goods availability, and will work closely with commercial, finance, and operations teams to ensure we are always well-positioned to meet demand efficiently and profitably. You will report to the Vice President Operations UK

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts for both raw materials and resale product lines, drawing on sales data, market trends, and commercial intelligence
• Lead S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) processes, aligning supply plans with commercial forecasts
• Plan and schedule production requirements to ensure on-time fulfilment while optimising capacity utilisation
• Monitor and manage inventory levels to balance availability against working capital targets

• Own the procurement of all raw materials for the UK business, ensuring continuity of supply at optimal cost
• Manage supplier relationships, lead negotiations, and drive continuous improvement in terms, lead times, and quality
• Develop and maintain a robust supplier base, including qualification of alternative sources to mitigate supply risk
• Oversee the purchase order process, ensuring accuracy and timely execution

• Manage inbound logistics and coordinate with third-party logistics providers (3PLs) and freight partners
• Identify and resolve supply chain disruptions proactively, escalating risks with clear mitigation plans
• Drive improvements in supply chain visibility through systems, data, and reporting
• Ensure compliance with import/export regulations, customs requirements, and any relevant trade compliance obligations

• Track and manage supply-side costs, identifying opportunities to improve GP1 margin
• Build and maintain cost models for raw materials and resale products, incorporating market trends.
• Partner with finance to ensure accurate cost of goods data for budgeting, forecasting, and pricing decisions
• Report on supply chain KPIs, highlighting variances and corrective actions

• Lead purchasing team, setting clear objectives and fostering a high-performance culture
• Act as the primary point of contact for supply chain matters across the UK business
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including sales, marketing, finance, and operations to ensure supply plans reflect business priorities
• Present supply chain performance and risk updates to senior leadership

• Proven experience in a supply chain planning, procurement, or operations management role, ideally within [FMCG / Manufacturing / Distribution / Retail]
• Strong demand forecasting and S&OP experience
• Demonstrable track record of cost reduction and margin improvement
• Excellent analytical skills with high proficiency in Excel
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to interpret financial data
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• CIPS qualification (or working towards)
• Experience managing a team
• Previous experience in meat industries

• Opportunity to make a tangible impact in a growing company
• Competitive salary £50k-60k + bonus
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays