Supply Chain Planner
CV-Library30temporaryPosted: 6 May 2026
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Reports to:
Buyer / Planning Lead
Join a globally recognised engineering business specialising in high-efficiency fluid-flow and HVAC solutions, with a workforce of 1,000+ employees and a manufacturing footprint spanning multiple continents. This organisation is known for its long-standing heritage in innovation, sustainability, and smart building technology, supporting critical infrastructure worldwide.
Operating at the intersection of engineering excellence and environmental responsibility, the business is focused on developing intelligent solutions that reduce energy consumption and support net-zero goals across commercial and industrial sectors.
The Opportunity
This is a key role within a highly collaborative supply chain function, where you’ll be responsible for aligning demand, supply, and production strategies in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You’ll play a central part in ensuring materials flow efficiently through the business while balancing service levels, cost, and working capital.
You’ll work cross-functionally with procurement, production, logistics, and commercial teams, acting as a critical link in delivering operational performance and supporting strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
Supply & Demand Planning
Support end-to-end supply planning by aligning forecasts with production and procurement strategies
Convert sales forecasts into actionable supply plans, considering capacity, lead times, and inventory policies
Contribute to Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) cycles
Manage inventory levels to balance availability and working capital efficiency
Procurement & Supplier Strategy
Review MRP outputs and ensure timely execution of supply plans
Work closely with procurement to enhance supplier performance and resilience
Support supplier KPI tracking (delivery, quality, responsiveness)
Assist in sourcing initiatives and cost reduction programmes
Contribute to supplier negotiations around pricing, lead times, and service levels
Operational Execution
Identify and mitigate supply risks proactively
Support escalation of critical shortages to minimise production disruption
Collaborate with production planning to maintain schedule adherence
Assist in logistics optimisation and shipment consolidation
Systems & Continuous Improvement
Maintain ERP/MRP data integrity (lead times, MOQ, safety stock, etc.)
Analyse supply chain KPIs and support continuous improvement initiatives (Lean / 5S)
Identify opportunities to improve planning tools and processes
Contribute to digital transformation and optimisation projects
What We’re Looking For
Experience & Qualifications
Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or similar
CIPS (or working towards) preferred
Proven experience in supply chain / purchasing within a manufacturing environment
Experience working with international suppliers
Strong ERP/MRP systems knowledge
Skills
Strong communication and negotiation abilities
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Collaborative, cross-functional mindset
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Technical
ERP/MRP proficiency
Advanced Excel skills
Understanding of supply chain processes, logistics, and lead times
Familiarity with quality standards and supplier compliance
Why This Business?
Global engineering leader in energy-efficient fluid-flow solutions
Strong sustainability focus and contribution to net-zero initiatives
Established brand with decades of innovation and technical excellence
Opportunities for growth within an international manufacturing network
Collaborative, forward-thinking culture with investment in digital transformation
Reports to:
Buyer / Planning Lead
Join a globally recognised engineering business specialising in high-efficiency fluid-flow and HVAC solutions, with a workforce of 1,000+ employees and a manufacturing footprint spanning multiple continents. This organisation is known for its long-standing heritage in innovation, sustainability, and smart building technology, supporting critical infrastructure worldwide.
Operating at the intersection of engineering excellence and environmental responsibility, the business is focused on developing intelligent solutions that reduce energy consumption and support net-zero goals across commercial and industrial sectors.
The Opportunity
This is a key role within a highly collaborative supply chain function, where you’ll be responsible for aligning demand, supply, and production strategies in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You’ll play a central part in ensuring materials flow efficiently through the business while balancing service levels, cost, and working capital.
You’ll work cross-functionally with procurement, production, logistics, and commercial teams, acting as a critical link in delivering operational performance and supporting strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
Supply & Demand Planning
Support end-to-end supply planning by aligning forecasts with production and procurement strategies
Convert sales forecasts into actionable supply plans, considering capacity, lead times, and inventory policies
Contribute to Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) cycles
Manage inventory levels to balance availability and working capital efficiency
Procurement & Supplier Strategy
Review MRP outputs and ensure timely execution of supply plans
Work closely with procurement to enhance supplier performance and resilience
Support supplier KPI tracking (delivery, quality, responsiveness)
Assist in sourcing initiatives and cost reduction programmes
Contribute to supplier negotiations around pricing, lead times, and service levels
Operational Execution
Identify and mitigate supply risks proactively
Support escalation of critical shortages to minimise production disruption
Collaborate with production planning to maintain schedule adherence
Assist in logistics optimisation and shipment consolidation
Systems & Continuous Improvement
Maintain ERP/MRP data integrity (lead times, MOQ, safety stock, etc.)
Analyse supply chain KPIs and support continuous improvement initiatives (Lean / 5S)
Identify opportunities to improve planning tools and processes
Contribute to digital transformation and optimisation projects
What We’re Looking For
Experience & Qualifications
Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or similar
CIPS (or working towards) preferred
Proven experience in supply chain / purchasing within a manufacturing environment
Experience working with international suppliers
Strong ERP/MRP systems knowledge
Skills
Strong communication and negotiation abilities
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Collaborative, cross-functional mindset
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Technical
ERP/MRP proficiency
Advanced Excel skills
Understanding of supply chain processes, logistics, and lead times
Familiarity with quality standards and supplier compliance
Why This Business?
Global engineering leader in energy-efficient fluid-flow solutions
Strong sustainability focus and contribution to net-zero initiatives
Established brand with decades of innovation and technical excellence
Opportunities for growth within an international manufacturing network
Collaborative, forward-thinking culture with investment in digital transformation