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Supply Chain Planner

Job description & Person Specification

BG Automotive is the aftermarket division of the British Gaskets Group. We are a world leading original equipment gasket and engine component manufacturer and distributor to many of the world's vehicle and industrial factories. BGA is a young, energetic, and vibrant company with its sights set firmly on growth for the next 25 years.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Supply Chain Planner to join our continually expanding international company, working in the Supply Chain Department based in our Swindon Head Office.

As the Supply Chain Planner, you will utilize historical sales information and be responsible for calculating required stock levels of all product ranges. Maintaining and improving stock availability. The role involves managing all aspects of stock control, including order processing and replenishment. The role is also responsible for developing the forecasting of products through analysing previous sales.

General duties will include:

• Monitoring stock levels
li>Placing orders with suppliers, managing time frames and KPIs
• Forecasting stock requirements in line with the company budget 
li>Effective communication with internal teams and suppliers  li>Identifying and resolving supply chain issues efficiently
• Monitoring stock performance and product availability
• Support the Implementation of processes and procedures to optimize stock holding
• Making recommendations and adjusting inventory controls to adapt to latest trends
• working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth flow of information and resources
• Any additional supply chain functionality to support team members or department requirements

To be successful in this role you will need to have experience in a supply chain planning role dealing with UK, European and Far East suppliers.

Training & Experience - Essential

• Previous Demand Planner/Supply planner experience
• Stock control
• Confident excel user
• Experience in managing end of life cycle and obsolete inventory
• Experience of managing a large depth of SKU's (3000+)

Training & Experience - Desirable

• Experience within the automotive sector

Knowledge & Personal skills - Essential

• Knowledge of forecasting tools
• Highly motivated, confident and enthusiastic
• Excellent analytical skills
• Ability to analyse and evaluate data
• Strong analytical skills
• Problem solving skills
• Team working
• Attention to detail

Benefits

• Workplace pension
• Free parking
• Free tea and coffee
• Services gifts for 5,10,15 plus years
• Long service holiday increases
• This role is office based, the applicants must be within commuting distance of Swindon.

Supply Chain Planner
North Yorkshire
Competitive + Benefits

Role Profile
Our client is a leading supplier of safety-critical solutions, driving innovation across sectors including industrial vehicles and public transport. As part of their ongoing transformation, they are looking to appoint a proactive and analytical Supply Cain Planner to help shape a data-driven, accurate, and efficient planning function.

Working closely with cross-functional stakeholders including Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate MRP schedules, optimising inventory levels, and ensuring the smooth flow of goods to meet customer demand. This is a key role within a collaborative business striving to deliver in full and on time, every time.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain accurate MRP schedules based on forecasts, capacity, and inventory data
• Review and adjust plans in response to supply constraints or changes in demand
• Liaise with Operations and Sales to maintain system integrity and prioritise customer needs
• Collaborate with Procurement to ensure raw material availability
• Monitor KPIs and identify process improvements
• Maintain accurate planning data within the ERP system
• Support the wider S&OP process with scenario planning and performance insights

Skills & Experience

• 2-5 years in a supply, production or demand planning role
• Manufacturing/logistics sector experience desirable
• Proficient in ERP systems (Microsoft Navision/Business Central preferred)
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills (Power BI a plus)
• Excellent communicator, highly organised, and detail-oriented
• Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred

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We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Supply Chain Planner  based in Luton for one of our clients on a full-time permanent basis. 

Summary of the Supply Chain Planner role 

Salary: £28,000 - £30,000
Location: Luton 
Type of Contract: Permanent
Hours: Working 5 out of 7 days including weekends

Responsibilities of the Supply Chain Planner

• Plan inbound deliveries to meet customer requirements whilst keeping costs to a minimum.
• Develop and maintain demand forecasts.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels and conduct regular inventory audits.
• Coordinate and liaise with Suppliers and Logistics providers.
• Develop and execute production plans.
• Analyse supply chain performance metrics and prepare reports on KPIs.
• Risk management. 

Requirements for a successful Supply Chain Planner

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or Business Administration.
• Proven Supply Chain Planner experience.
• Strong understanding of supply chain processes, including demand forecasting, inventory management and logistics.
• Strong IT skills with advanced Excel and proficiency in using supply chain management software (ERP systems).
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Attention to detail with strong organisational and multitasking skills.

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Supply Chain Planner

Job description & Person Specification

BG Automotive is the aftermarket division of the British Gaskets Group. We are a world leading original equipment gasket and engine component manufacturer and distributor to many of the world's vehicle and industrial factories. BGA is a young, energetic, and vibrant company with its sights set firmly on growth for the next 25 years.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Supply Chain Planner to join our continually expanding international company, working in the Supply Chain Department based in our Swindon Head Office.

As the Supply Chain Planner, you will utilize historical sales information and be responsible for calculating required stock levels of all product ranges. Maintaining and improving stock availability. The role involves managing all aspects of stock control, including order processing and replenishment. The role is also responsible for developing the forecasting of products through analysing previous sales.

General duties will include:

• Monitoring stock levels
li>Placing orders with suppliers, managing time frames and KPIs
• Forecasting stock requirements in line with the company budget 
li>Effective communication with internal teams and suppliers  li>Identifying and resolving supply chain issues efficiently
• Monitoring stock performance and product availability
• Support the Implementation of processes and procedures to optimize stock holding
• Making recommendations and adjusting inventory controls to adapt to latest trends
• working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth flow of information and resources
• Any additional supply chain functionality to support team members or department requirements

To be successful in this role you will need to have experience in a supply chain planning role dealing with UK, European and Far East suppliers.

Training & Experience - Essential

• Previous Demand Planner/Supply planner experience
• Stock control
• Confident excel user
• Experience in managing end of life cycle and obsolete inventory
• Experience of managing a large depth of SKU's (3000+)

Training & Experience - Desirable

• Experience within the automotive sector

Knowledge & Personal skills - Essential

• Knowledge of forecasting tools
• Highly motivated, confident and enthusiastic
• Excellent analytical skills
• Ability to analyse and evaluate data
• Strong analytical skills
• Problem solving skills
• Team working
• Attention to detail

Benefits

• Workplace pension
• Free parking
• Free tea and coffee
• Services gifts for 5,10,15 plus years
• Long service holiday increases
• This role is office based, the applicants must be within commuting distance of Swindon.

Supply Chain Planner
North Yorkshire
Competitive + Benefits

Role Profile
Our client is a leading supplier of safety-critical solutions, driving innovation across sectors including industrial vehicles and public transport. As part of their ongoing transformation, they are looking to appoint a proactive and analytical Supply Cain Planner to help shape a data-driven, accurate, and efficient planning function.

Working closely with cross-functional stakeholders including Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate MRP schedules, optimising inventory levels, and ensuring the smooth flow of goods to meet customer demand. This is a key role within a collaborative business striving to deliver in full and on time, every time.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain accurate MRP schedules based on forecasts, capacity, and inventory data
• Review and adjust plans in response to supply constraints or changes in demand
• Liaise with Operations and Sales to maintain system integrity and prioritise customer needs
• Collaborate with Procurement to ensure raw material availability
• Monitor KPIs and identify process improvements
• Maintain accurate planning data within the ERP system
• Support the wider S&OP process with scenario planning and performance insights

Skills & Experience

• 2-5 years in a supply, production or demand planning role
• Manufacturing/logistics sector experience desirable
• Proficient in ERP systems (Microsoft Navision/Business Central preferred)
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills (Power BI a plus)
• Excellent communicator, highly organised, and detail-oriented
• Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred

Want to recruit a similar role?
Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK or to discuss how we can find talent for your business, please visit (url removed)

The Supply Chain / Production Planning Administrator will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the production and supply chain process. This role supports the planning and coordination of material and production schedules, maintains accurate inventory records, liaises with suppliers and internal departments, and contributes to the efficiency and reliability of the supply chain.

• Assist in creating, maintaining, and updating daily/weekly/monthly production schedules based on sales forecasts, inventory targets, and capacity constraints.

• Monitor progress of production jobs and ensure timely escalation of any delays or issues.

• Coordinate with production teams to ensure adherence to plan and adjust schedules as required due to unforeseen changes (e.g., machine downtime, material shortages).

• Generate production planning reports and performance dashboards.
  
  

• Support the procurement process by monitoring raw material requirements and creating purchase requisitions or orders accordingly.

• Liaise with suppliers to confirm lead times, delivery dates, and resolve any order discrepancies.

• Track incoming shipments and coordinate with goods-in and warehouse teams to ensure timely receipt and storage.

• Maintain and update inventory management systems (e.g., ERP/MRP), ensuring data accuracy for stock levels, item master data, BOMs, and lead times.

• Assist in cycle counts and stock audits, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
  
  

• Collaborate with procurement, warehousing, quality, logistics, and production departments to align supply with demand.

• Communicate effectively with customer service and sales teams regarding order lead times, availability, and delivery schedules.

• Support planning meetings and provide administrative support to supply chain management.
  
  

• Prepare regular reports including KPIs such as On-Time-In-Full (OTIF), inventory turns, material availability, and capacity utilization.

• Analyze planning and inventory data to identify trends and opportunities for process improvement.

• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives and support implementation of lean manufacturing and supply chain best practices.
  
  

• Proven experience in a production planning, supply chain, or logistics support role within a manufacturing environment.

• Proficient in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.).

• Strong Excel skills, including use of pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills with high attention to detail.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills - both written and verbal.

• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
  
  

• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.

• Familiarity with supply chain certifications or training (e.g., APICS, CIPS).

• Experience with demand planning or S&OP processes.
  

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Do you want to have join a fast growing company who values their employees and is bringing innovation into the toy and game market ? Are you passionate about brands and driven to provide exceptional products and services to customers worldwide?

This is the company you are looking for!

At Jumbo Group, we care about our people, we encourage learning, have fun and being happy, and support that with our mission and values. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Supply Chain Planner to join our dynamic team.

To achieve this, your functions will be the following:

• Enable on-time delivery of product into our warehouses
• Building strong relationships with vendors in close cooperation with the Procurement Team
• Key player in the S&OP process, manage inventory levels and phase-in-out process
• Daily contact with internal departments and suppliers about special orders and changes
• Maintain ERP system such as adding new products, suppliers, changes in lead times or MOQs
• Work with and contribute to the continuous improvement of ERP System

Knowledge and characteristics required:

• 4+ years international work experience in the FMCG industry of which at least 2 years as a Planner
• ERP knowledge
• Self-starter and self-motivator with a high sense of urgency and ownership
• Thorough knowledge and experience with MS office and especially Excel
• Able to work independently but also as a team player
• Strong communication skills, customer-oriented
• Ability to prioritise a broad operational agenda

What’s waiting for you:

• Two working from home days per week
• 25 Days annual holiday
• Additional day off for your Birthday
• Pension plan
• Health cash plan
• Discounted toys
• A welcome pack that includes some of our favourite games
• A diverse cultural environment and team-building activities

If you are dynamic, creative, passionate, hardworking, and want to join a toys and games international company, we are waiting for you.

Let’s unlock the power of play!

About the Role

A fast-growing and dynamic FMCG brand with sales across both its own e-commerce channels and leading retailers is looking for a Supply Chain Planner. This pivotal role is responsible for maintaining accurate stock management and ensuring consistently high product availability across the full range.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain Product Availability : Balance stock levels to support growth while minimising waste and inefficiencies.
• Collaborate with Partners : Build strong relationships with manufacturing partners to ensure reliability and service excellence.
• Resolve Operational Challenges : Identify and address the root causes of supply issues to ensure smooth operations.
• Coordinate Across Functions : Work closely with sourcing, packaging, and logistics teams to align planning throughout the value chain.
• Data-Led Planning : Produce timely reports on stock levels and coverage, supporting decisions with robust analysis.
• Champion Best Practices : Share knowledge and drive continuous improvement in supply chain processes.
• Drive Efficiency : Identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve capacity, and lower costs through strategic planning.
• Ensure System Accuracy : Maintain integrity of planning and financial systems, ensuring accurate and up-to-date production data.

Candidate Requirements

• A degree in a quantitative or STEM-based field.
• Analytical, curious, and proactive, with a desire to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across internal teams and external partners.
• Confidence in using Excel to conduct data analysis.
• Ideally, 1–2 years of relevant experience in a similar role, either in consultancy or FMCG.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-growth brand at an exciting stage. You’ll work alongside passionate colleagues, have real ownership from day one, and see the direct impact of your work.

Additional Information

• Hybrid working model
• 30 days holiday + bank holidays
• Option to work remotely for 2 weeks per year (summer + Christmas)