Supply Chain Planner

Supply Chain Planner

Lincoln

Salary:
Up to £32,000

Permanent, Full-Time, Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm (On Site)

Regional Recruitment are recruiting for a Supply Chain Planner on behalf of a well-established global manufacturer and supplier of industrial goods. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has gained experience supporting a supply chain, procurement, or buying function and is looking to develop their career within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Working closely with procurement, production, suppliers, and internal stakeholders, you’ll play a key role in ensuring materials are available to meet customer demand while maintaining efficient stock levels and supporting the wider supply chain operation.

• Competitive salary of up to £32,000
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Career progression within a globally recognised manufacturer
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• On-site parking

• Previous experience within a Supply Chain, Procurement, Purchasing, or Buying Support role
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships across departments and with suppliers
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office packages

• Experience working within a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Knowledge of ERP or MRP systems
• Understanding of inventory planning and demand forecasting

• Support the planning and scheduling of materials to ensure production requirements are met.
• Monitor inventory levels, raising purchase requisitions and liaising with suppliers to maintain continuity of supply.
• Work closely with the procurement and buying teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and components.
• Maintain accurate planning data, stock records, and supplier information within the ERP system.
• Assist with demand forecasting and inventory analysis to optimise stock levels and minimise shortages.
• Track supplier performance and follow up on overdue orders to minimise disruption.
• Collaborate with production, logistics, and customer service teams to ensure customer requirements are met.
• Produce reports and analyse supply chain data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain function.

As a Supply Chain Planner
, you will also be expected to:

• Be proactive, organised, and detail-oriented.
• Thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Take ownership of your workload while supporting the wider supply chain team.
• Have a genuine interest in developing a long-term career within supply chain and planning.