Inventory Planner

Overview

Inventory Planner — We are an in-stock business, so the purpose of the Inventory Planner role is to forecast and order components to ensure that stock is on-the-shelf on-time to meet customer needs, while ensuring we don’t over-stock and avoiding excess and obsolescence. Newton Aycliffe — Full Time

You will be responsible for 5K+ components, several suppliers (inter-company and external), and purchases of over £15M per annum; managing the end-to-end supply chain from order, expediting, transport booking and customs clearances, booking-in and credit-note recovery.

• Manage in-bound transport bookings and customs clearances daily;
• Plan and place weekly orders for components;
• Understand and support sales promotions and Customer spot buys, adjusting your ordering needs as appropriate;
• Manage bespoke/non-stock orders weekly;
• Expedite Purchase orders and report any potential delivery issues promptly;
• Check supplier order confirmations to ensure accuracy and resolve any discrepancies;
• Maintain and manage the procurement of stationery and housekeeping suppliers for the group;
• Collaborate with other departments such as sales, production and logistics to ensure seamless operations;
• Work closely with Suppliers and joint-problem-solve for issue resolution;
• Book in all purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner;
• Follow data retention policies, which includes saving or filing and appropriate disposition of paperwork;
• Ensure adherence to health and safety standards within the purchasing function.

• Previous experience in similar role and/or in the KBB industry;
• Recognised Qualification(s) in related field or equivalent experience;
• Proficient using MRP / ERP systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Strong ability to negotiate and influence;
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail;
• Strong numerical skills;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly using Microsoft Excel.

• Additional leave
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Referral programme