Supply Chain Planner

Supply Chain Planner

Permanent

Greater Manchester

Hybrid, flexible working 

We are working with a leading organisation in the Rail Rolling Stock industry who are looking to recruit a talented and motivated Supply Chain / Materials Planner to join their established team, based in Greater Manchester. 

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in supporting supply chain operations and major projects across the UK. You will take responsibility for demand planning, inventory management and stock replenishment, ensuring the right materials are available at the right time, whilst helping to minimise stock shortages, excess inventory and material obsolescence.

Main Duties:

* Managing demand planning, inventory levels and stock replenishment across UK projects, depots and overhaul facilities.
* Monitoring material consumption and analysing usage trends to establish appropriate stock levels and reorder points.
* Producing weekly reorder lists and monthly replenishment proposals to ensure continuity of supply.
* Identifying materials approaching the end of their product lifecycle and managing potential obsolescence risks, including planning suitable replacements.
* Supporting the implementation of SAP S/4HANA, including system testing, data migration, user training and maintaining data accuracy.
* Producing regular reports, management information and KPIs to monitor inventory performance and support business decisions.
* Working closely with internal departments, suppliers and stakeholders to improve supply chain efficiency and material availability.
* Managing end-of-warranty material requirements and supporting purchasing activities where necessary.
* Assisting with stocktaking activities, stores operations and wider inventory control processes.
* Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement across demand planning and supply chain operations.
* Ensuring all activities are carried out in accordance with Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental (HSQE) requirements.

Skills / Experience required:

* Proven experience in a Demand Planner, Materials Planner, Supply Chain Planner or Inventory Management position.
* A strong understanding of demand forecasting, stock control, inventory management and replenishment processes.
* Experience using ERP systems, together with good general IT and data analysis skills.
* The ability to analyse material consumption, identify trends and make informed recommendations on stock requirements.
* Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
* Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work collaboratively with internal teams and stakeholders.
* A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
* Experience with SAP is highly desirable, particularly SAP S/4HANA.
* Experience within the rail, rolling stock, engineering or manufacturing sectors would be advantageous, although not essential.
* Knowledge of product lifecycle management, material obsolescence and replacement planning would also be beneficial.

If you have a background in demand planning, materials planning or inventory management and are looking to develop your career within an exciting rail engineering environment, we would love to hear from you.