Supply Planner

at  Stafforce

We are pleased to be recruiting a Supply Planner for our client in the Cardiff area.

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in a purchasing/supply chain role.
• Experience of Microsoft packages - intermediate Excel skills, Outlook. Essential Skills
• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Effective negotiation skills.
• Attention to detail is key.
• Being able to work in a fast-paced environment

ABOUT US

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we’re happy to discuss flexible working options.
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• Reviewing open order book daily.
• Chasing suppliers where necessary - order acknowledgements, obtaining PODs, lead times, pricing etc.
• Placing of domestic and international purchase orders and all associated tasks.
• Arranging or organising shipment plans with international suppliers.
• Reviewing stock profiles and working with suppliers and Product Manager about correct portfolio - ROL, special or stocked items.
• SO99+ Maintenance/Inventory control procedures.
• Managing aged stock and slow moving lines, quarterly stock rotation.
• Selection and development of service providers e.g., freight forwarders.
• Constant pursuit of better pricing and terms of purchase.
• Building supplier relationships.
• Reviewing rebates and working to targets.
• Creating part codes and BOM codes via PIM and Navi.
• Vendor clean up.
• Adding alternatives/supplementary, updating EOL lines via PIM.
• Mass uploads including monthly pricelist updates.
• Gathering all the relevant data from suppliers and ensuring product database integrity