Demand and Supply Plan Controller

Who are we?

Our UK companies are proud to be part of the international Culligan group. We work to provide better water for our customers & consumers around the world. Today, Culligan is proud to have provided world-class service and innovative water solutions for the last 80 years. At Culligan, we’re committed to delivering state-of-the-art products and water solutions that benefit our customers while minimizing the impact on the environment.

Role Overview:

Reporting to the Demand & Supply Manager this role supports Culligan UK’s ability to source and supply product in a timely and organised manner. It will ensure that our customers, both internal and external achieve a high level of stock availability within budgetary requirements.

You will play a crucial role in managing demand forecasts and inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability and efficient supply chain operations.

Responsibilities:

• Liaising with Sales and wider teams to establish future demand requirements for products
• Maintaining key product information
• Determine and establish optimal inventory levels based on demand and lead times by updating and reviewing product supply plan
• Providing regular reporting and commentary on supplier performance, stock availability, stock holding, on-time / in-full delivery performance, and long-term product forecasts
• Identify and manage excess and obsolete stock
• Manage stock requirements for new product launches, aligned with sell-through for outgoing products
• Collaborate with internal customers and provide a high level of customer service, including recommending solutions, resources, and alternative supply options
• Maintain/Improve existing supplier relationships, build new relationships as required and define communication channels
• Ensure and promote compliance to Company and Procurement policies and procedures
• Develop a culture of continuous improvement within our supplier base and internal stakeholders

• Demand planning and supplier management experience is preferred but not essential
• Knowledge of importing process would be an advantage
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Experience with ERP systems is required
• Proven ability to work quickly and accurately, with an eye on suggesting improvements to processes and systems.
• Meticulous organisation skills and a keen attention for details
• Relishes variety, whilst maintaining a methodical approach to getting the job done
• Great communication skills (written and verbal)
• The confidence to work independently, seeking guidance when appropriate and ability to work well as part of a wider team
• Able to influence and negotiate persuasively at peers and senior level internally and externally
• Dynamic approach to problem solving on medium as well as short term issues
• Highly analytical with the ability to work with large data, whilst being able to summarise the detail and essence to key stakeholders

• 23 days' holiday + Bank Holidays

• Company Pension scheme
• Company Sick Pay (after qualifying period)
• Cycle to Work scheme available
• Employee rewards and discounts
• Option to join Health Care Cash Plan
• 24/7 365-day access to Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured
• Access to on-going learning and development with our online learning platform
• Opportunity for career progression
• There’s onsite parking