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Head of Supply Chain Planning

Employer
The Advocate Group
Location
London
Salary
£60k – 70k + Package
Closing date
27 Apr 2019

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Contract Type
Permanent
Function
Supply Chain
Business Sector
Food Manufacturing

Job Details

Job Type: Head of Supply Chain Planning

Salary: £60k – 70k + Package

Location: London

Sector/Industry: FMCG

Job Reference: 24821

Introduction:

Are you someone who wants to be part of a rapidly growing organisation where you can make a real impact? Somewhere that offers you full autonomy and to be part of a young, entrepreneurial environment? If so, please read on!

The Company:

One of the key players in the FMCG industry with a global customer base. The company is always evolving with well-known brands across their portfolio. They operate a work hard play hard environment with no day being the same. Due to both organic growth it is now a great time to join the company.

The Role:

The Head of Supply Chain Planning will be accountable to develop the Demand & Supply strategy along with an optimized material inventory strategy for the EMEA region in order to meet sales and objectives. Collaboration with other members of the supply chain, sales, marketing, finance and customer support teams is paramount to achieve these sales and service objectives

 

  • Managing the priorities for the demand and supply planning function, aligned to the growth of promotional events, marketing support and innovation launches.
  • Leading the consensus on S&OP for the business including chairing the weekly / monthly S&OP meeting.
  • Leading a team of Managers and Planners (circa 6)
  • Leading improvement projects for forecasting process and accuracy
  • Enter, maintain and challenge the forecast as provided by the sales team
  • Build visibility between financial target and volume sales plan and support the financial team in the financial cycle.
  • Work with the Customer Services & Commercial Director to define/ shape the Supply Chain strategy
  • Collaborate internally and externally with key stakeholders to achieve excellent forecast accuracy and service level to your customer
  • Drive best practice and adherence to the business cycle, supporting not only the monthly but annual forecasting processes
  • Always looking to improve, identifying and delivering ways to improve efficiency, eliminate waste and drive service.

The Candidate:

The ideal candidate will be a hands-on, organised, highly motivated and a self-starter who is comfortable working with limited supervision and prioritise certain projects at one time. The Head of Supply Chain Planning will be a good team player with knowledge of SAP /APO.

Experience

  • Educated to degree level with a qualification in a supply chain related discipline and/or demand management as an advantage
  • At least 5 years’ experience in Supply and Demand planning experience in the FMCG Industry or alternatively similar length of experience in forecasting or marketing analysis.
  • Have worked with a multi-cultural team
  • Strong experience in SAP, having worked with APO or BW
  • Commercial understanding of the consumer market and an ability to liaise effectively with customers and stakeholders at all levels.
  • Strong analytical skills & keen eye for detail - numerate
  • Line management experience is critical for this role, with demonstrated ability to mentor and support the development of less experienced members of a team.
  • Proven experience of driving systemised improvements to logistics processes.
  • Demonstrable change management experience within the Supply Chain function.
  • Sound decision making and problem solving skills.

 

At The Advocate Group, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with new General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store and handle your data – These can be viewed on our website via our privacy policy. Please note The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency & business.

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

 

Company info
Telephone
0161 639 0080 / 020 7871 8000
Location
The Advocate Group
1 St Peter's Square
Manchester,
M2 3DE
GB

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