Supply Chain Planner

IPS (Part of the Culina Group) works with some of the best known brands and provides cost effective and innovative co-packing, co-filling and co-manufacturing solutions within the UK.

At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!

Due to continued growth our friendly team in St Helens have an exciting opportunity for a Supply Chain Planner to join their team on a full time permanent basis!

As a Supply Chain Planner you will work closely with existing customers and manage potential new businesses; liaise with other departments e.g. Production, Warehouse and Quality ensuring that customers’ expectations and demands are met to deadline. 

Salary: £32,000-£36,000 per annum. 

Working hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm.

Key Duties of a Supply Chain Planner:

• Monitoring and ordering the stock of ingredients and packaging so that production may efficiently achieve customer requirements.
• Expediting and delaying orders as required.
• Communicating with customers to advise of any issues and manage their expectations accordingly.
• Liaising with customers and suppliers for the call-off of free-issue components and packaging.
• Creating and managing vision data, including stock codes, BOMs, stocking levels, etc.
• Coordinating all departments to ensure new projects launch successfully.
• Working closely with the Planning team to schedule the planning of production and manage the day to day matters affecting logistics.
• Developing and maintaining customer third part systems, including SAP and Oracle.
• Organising logistics and booking in vehicles for the warehouse as required.
• Controlling purchase orders for goods and ensuring tight control of paperwork and procedures.
• Performing stock reconciliations and stock balances, reporting results internally and to customers.
• Active involvement in the process of internal auditing.

• Previous experience within a similar role managing stock, etc.
• Administrative experience within a fast-paced customer driven environment.
• Proven knowledge in running/actioning MRP, planning, logistics and production supply.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, with a positive attitude.
• Proactive and adaptable approach with the ability to work using own initiative.
• PC literate with experience in MS Excel, along with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of the importance of providing high customer service standards.

As part of our drive to make IPS a great place to work, we are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• Annual Leave – 28 days inclusive of the bank holidays. 
• Pension scheme – We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a great contribution of 4% employee and 4% employer.
• Life Assurance -  x2 your annual salary.
• Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year. 
• Eye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses. 
• Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the Month and Year, special recognition and long service awards.
• Everyday discounts - Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!

If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity, please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!