Supply Planner / Senior Supply Planner£35,000 - £50,000 DOESurrey (Office Based)

Alexander Steele are delighted to be supporting a well-established food distribution business in their search for a Supply Planner / Senior Supply Planner to join their growing Procurement & Supply Chain team.This role offers flexibility on level, with the business open to appointing either an experienced Supply Planner or a Senior Supply Planner, depending on experience and capability.The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring product availability across a diverse product portfolio, working closely with suppliers to manage inventory, monitor supply performance and minimise supply chain risks. For candidates at the senior level, there will also be an opportunity to take ownership of key supplier relationships, lead planning improvements, support junior team members and provide strategic input into sourcing and procurement decisions.

• Key responsibilities include:Creating and managing supply plans and purchase orders.
• Monitoring inventory levels and product availability.
• Building strong relationships with suppliers and managing delivery performance.
• Identifying and mitigating supply chain risks, shortages and delays.
• Supporting forecasting, demand planning and stock optimisation activities.
• Working closely with Sales, Operations, Logistics and Procurement teams.
• Driving continuous improvement across planning and supplier performance processes.
• (Senior level) Supporting supplier reviews, planning strategy and team development.
• About you:Experience in supply planning, procurement, purchasing, inventory control or supply chain management.
• Strong organisational and analytical skills.
• Confident communicator with experience managing supplier relationships.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP/planning systems.
• Food, FMCG or import/export experience would be advantageous.