Raw Materials Planner
- Employer
- The Advocate Group
- Location
- London
- Salary
- £35k - 40k per year
- Closing date
- 10 Oct 2018
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- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Function
- Supply Chain
- Business Sector
- Food Manufacturing
Job Details
Job Type: Raw Material Supply Planner –FMCG
Salary: Excellent salary dependent on experience and full benefits package
Location: London
Sector/Industry: FMCG
Are you an experienced Materials Planner within the FMCG industry, keen to join a well-known and respected brand? If so, then please read on for more information on this excellent opportunity!
Based in London, this FMCG business provide a fun and vibrant office environment, with a ‘get things done’ culture! They reward ambitious and motivated people with extensive career development and growth opportunities.
As Raw Materials Planner you will work within the material supply team based in London to accurately plan, process and maintain appropriate levels of raw material purchase orders within the EMEA region. The role will work alongside the Production and Demand Planning team and will encompass the following responsibilities:
- Work with suppliers to ensure production needs are met
- Supply and manage raw materials of both ingredients and packaging materials
- Prepare and issue purchase orders
- Identify slow moving and obsolete raw materials risks and follow up with teams
- Ensure accurate plans are reflected in SAP and regularly review
- Monitor and evaluate supplier performance around delivery performance and order fulfilment
- Work closely with NPD teams to support new product implementation through supply of new raw materials
- Build good working relationships with suppliers and cross functional team members
Successful candidates:
- At least 5 years’ experience of Materials Planning within an FMCG environment
- Strong understanding of MRP or similar
- Must be a team player and able to work cross functionally with other teams
- Must have advanced Excel skills
- Strong attention to detail and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Perform well under pressure
- Understand complex supply chain
To apply directly please send a copy of your CV and cover letter through to rebecca.ward@advocate-group.co.uk or alternatively please apply via the link below.
Company
When it comes to finding the right fit for your professional needs, a unique approach gets results. That’s why the Advocate Group provides a bespoke service for every requirement.
We use discerning Search & Selection techniques, normally associated with executive roles, to all permanent and interim key hires and candidates.
We’re the business partner that elevates your workforce and career. Our clients see us as an integral part of their company, with over 90% coming back with repeat business.
OUR SECTOR SPECIALISMS
We have extensive experience, gained nationally and globally. Our network of contacts and research executives keep us informed about the challenges facing your industry.
To supplement the expert insights you share with us, our consultants are skilled in shaping recruitment strategies right for you.
We specialise in:
- FMCG
- Consumer Durables
- Manufacturing
- Engineering
- Distribution
- Retail
- Business Services
- Financial Services
- Technology
- Telephone
- 0161 639 0080 / 020 7871 8000
- Location
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The Advocate Group
1 St Peter's Square
Manchester,
M2 3DE
GB
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