Senior Supply Buyer‑Planner
Global Healthcare Products Leader | Privately Owned | Permanent | UK
The Opportunity
A privately owned global leader in the healthcare products industry is seeking a Senior Supply Buyer‑Planner to strengthen its high‑performing Supply Chain function. This is a role for someone who thrives on autonomy, challenges assumptions, and brings sharp analytical thinking to complex supply‑demand environments.
You’ll support the Head of Supply Chain in driving operational excellence across planning, purchasing, inventory optimisation, supplier performance, and data accuracy. In their absence, you’ll confidently lead meetings, represent the function, and ensure continuity of decision‑making.
This is a role for someone who is naturally inquisitive, confident, and comfortable questioning the status quo to improve processes, accuracy, and outcomes.
Role Purpose
You will ensure the effective and efficient operation of supply and demand planning activities. Your work will directly impact product availability, inventory health, supplier performance, and the success of the monthly S&OP cycle.
You will play a key role in:
• Balancing supply and demand
• Improving OTIF performance
• Maximising stock availability
• Reducing excess and obsolete inventory
• Maintaining accurate ERP data
• Supporting continuous improvement across the supply chain
Key Responsibilities
Supply & Inventory Planning
• Manage demand forecasts, supply plans, and inventory levels
• Analyse variances and adjust plans proactively
• Maintain optimal stock levels across product ranges
Purchasing
• Raise and manage purchase orders
• Build strong supplier relationships
• Monitor supplier performance and delivery accuracy
ERP & Data Management
• Maintain accurate product, supplier, and inventory data
• Ensure system integrity and alignment with planning cycles
• Support continuous improvement of ERP processes
Operational Support
• Support daily supply chain operations
• Troubleshoot supply issues and escalate where needed
• Lead meetings in the absence of the Head of Supply Chain
Process & Compliance
• Challenge existing processes and propose improvements
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and standards
• Support continuous improvement initiatives
Communication & Collaboration
• Work closely with suppliers, commercial teams, logistics, and senior stakeholders
• Communicate risks, opportunities, and recommendations clearly
• Contribute to a smooth and effective S&OP cycle.
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