Head of Planning (Supply Chain)
£65,000 - £75,000 + Bonus + 25 Days Holiday + Company Benefits
Rochdale, Greater Manchester
Are you a Planning Manager or similar, who wants to play a leading, instrumental role in overseeing the entire planning function within a highly reputable, 150-year-old company?
On offer is a unique opportunity to take the reins and oversee a small team of planners, integrating your expertise to drive the future success of a company you will be truly proud to represent.
In this role you will be responsible for driving forecast accuracy through manual forecasting, optimising the inventory, and improving service levels across the business. You will play a critical role in the planning and stock management process, whilst overseeing 6 Planners in a busy office environment.
Founded over 150 years ago and with a turnover of £20 million, this company supply their specialist products across the country and pride themselves on being a leader in their field. With hundreds of staff across numerous sites, this role will streamline the process ensuring more profitability for years to come.
This role would suit someone with a background in inventory control, forecasting, and supply chain planning looking for a crucial role within Senior Management of an international and lucrative business.
The Role:
*Heading up the Planning team of 6 within the office
*Monitor and anticipate sales demand, placing orders with long lead times
*Drive accuracy in forecasting (manual), optimise inventory, and improve service levels

The Person:
*Planning Manager or similar
*Supply Chain background
*Experience managing a team

Reference number: BBBH23214a
Supply, Chain, Planner, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Purchase, Procurement, Manager, Director, Head, Lead, Senior, Supervisor, Stock, Inventory, Rochdale, Manchester, Oldham, Huddersfield
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