JOB TITLE: Supply Chain Planner



LOCATION: Ashford, Kent (hybrid working)



SALARY: £18ph to £20ph



TERM: Temporary ongoing, permanent opportunity available for the right candidate!



HOURS: Monday - Friday, 37.5 hours per week (flexible around you)



START: Immediately



Office Angels are honoured to be supporting our Global client based in Ashford, in recruiting a Supply Chain Planner to join their team. This is a temporary position starting almost immediately, however there could be permanent opportunities on offer for the right candidate. You will be based in almost brand new modern offices close to Ashford bus and train stations, however once trained you will have the autonomy to work from home the majority of the work.



The day to day duties in your new job would be:

* To plan and manage the procurement, supply, shipment, delivery and release of a personal portfolio of products supported by a range of planning tools, both system and Excel-based.
* Creation and maintenance of ERP system master data for products.
* Building and maintaining strong relationships with manufacturing and supply partners so that replenishment information is maintained and accurate.
* Monitoring product performance closely, flexing supply plans where necessary and appropriate to maximise sales order fulfilment whilst minimising inventory value and avoiding obsolescence through expiry.
* Excellent cross-functional collaboration, working closely with internal and external stakeholders to identify risks/ opportunities in supply as early as possible and to mitigate/ exploit these to maximise business performance.
* Creation, maintenance and completion of Purchase Orders in the ERP system, ensuring that these reflect current information on expected supply.
* Compliance with all relevant local procedures detailed in local Standard Operating Procedures/ Work Instructions so that all required standards are met.
* Liaising with Quality and Warehouse Operations teams to review receipt documentation and secure prompt release and availability of procured product in the distribution warehouse(s).
* Close collaboration with Business Development colleagues to ensure smooth launch of new products into the Business.
* Monitor daily sales of key lines and maintain an awareness of the make-up and performance of own product portfolio and, in doing so, be able to propose opportunities for reduced costs/ improved profitability.
* Apply for Import/ Export licences in line with business requirements.



We'd love to speak to candidates who have:

* Experience in procurement or Supply Chain Management
* Strong planning and organisational skill-set to support complex multi-tasking and prioritisation
* A team player with a can-do attitude
* The ability to start a new role immediately



*AMAZING* Benefits of becoming an Office Angels Temp:

* Weekly Pay
* Up to 28 days annual leave
* Dedicated consultant to support your job search
* First opportunity to see permanent positions
* Access to free eyecare vouchers
* Temp of the Month awards
* Timesheets can be completed on mobile devices
* Perks at work
* Discount schemes
* Access to Well-being platforms

Next steps…

If you're interested in this position and have the skills and attributes listed above then please apply today.

* Please note if you're suitable and your skills match the role you'll receive an e-mail from us. Remember to call us on 01233 611780 ASAP/within 24 hours to discuss the position in further detail with Pippy or Lindsay. We look forward to your application. This is a Temporary role starting immediately so please only apply if you can start work within a few days' notice.

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