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Supply Chain Planner

Ref: 625370

West Midlands, UK

£35,000

  • Permanent
  • High Supplier Compliance
  • Supply Chain Efficiency
  • Proactive Problem Solver

About the candidate

A Material Planning Analyst with extensive experience in supply chain planning and operations, primarily within the manufacturing sector. Over the years, this candidate has showcased notable skills in managing large supplier portfolios, ensuring on-time delivery of materials essential for production. Their expertise is reinforced by their role in maintaining supply chain efficiency and minimising disruptions, making them an invaluable asset in high-performing supply chain teams.

Driven by a passion for operational excellence, the candidate has a track record of leveraging advanced MRP/ERP systems, optimising supplier performance, and enhancing collaboration across multiple departments. Their proactive approach in resolving supply chain issues has consistently supported business objectives and production goals within dynamic, fast-paced environments.

What makes them great?

  • Supply Chain Coordination: Excelled at keeping the supply chain robust, notably maintaining a supplier delivery compliance rate of over 95%.
  • Efficiency Improvements: Engineered procedures and coordinated materials in ways that have consistently prevented production shortages and ensured smooth operational flow.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Improved cross-functional collaboration by bridging Quality into the return-to-vendor process and aligning Procurement more closely with RFQs and scheduling.

Areas of expertise

  • Supplier Management: Capably manages over 50 national and international suppliers, ensuring 95%+ delivery compliance.
  • Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilises analytics tools like Power BI, MRP/ERP systems including QAD and X-Flow to optimise supply chain processes.
  • Collaborative Problem Solving: Works closely with cross-functional teams, handling everything from supplier reviews to risk management, to enhance operational efficiencies.