Planning Supervisor

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

Our Safety purpose: At Kerry, we work together in a caring culture where everybody goes home safe every day. We are committed to providing a safe working environment and ensuring that all safety protocols are strictly followed. Join us in creating a workplace where safety is everyone's responsibility.

About the role: We are looking for a Planning Supervisor in Runcorn for a full-time, permanent position. The role involves managing a team of 2 Supply Planners, 2 Material Controllers, and 2 Transport Planners, supporting the Supply Chain Manager, and focusing on team development, OTIF, and inventory management. The ideal candidate will have experience in production, material, and transport planning, with knowledge of export shipping being a plus. This position requires strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems. The role is primarily onsite.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage a team of 2 Supply Planners, 2 Material Controllers and 2 Transport Planners.
• Supporting Supply Chain Manager in delivering Supply Chain Master Schedule and Strategy targets.
• Contributes and supports the S&OP process.
• Core focus on Team development, embedding process, OTIF and Inventory Management.
• Resolving where possible OTIF failures while avoiding unnecessary costs.
• Working closely with Transport planners to ensure routes are correct and maintained in SAP.
• Refresh at the key periods key SKU classifications and inventory targets ensuring optimal inventory levels.
• Support key and drive initiatives to drive improvements and risk mitigation.
• Short term contingency planning.
• Working with the Supply Chain Manager on developing and Implementing Inventory Strategy.
• Continually challenge MOQ with commercial to align demand signal with operational requirements.
• Deputizing for Supply Chain Manager.
• Supporting Direct Reports with Developments Plans and carry regular performance reviews.

Qualifications and skills:

• Previous experience of Production, Material and Transport Planning in a complex environment, with knowledge of Export shipping desirable (though not a necessity).
• Microsoft – capability in Excel, MS Outlook, Power Point, Word.
• Data analysis skills to interpret plans and identify issues, trends and opportunities.
• Clear understanding of ABC product classifications, S&OP/IBP process.
• Knowledge of ERP Systems (SAP is a plus).
• Reporting and Communicating Skills.
• Problem Solving.
• Attention to detail.
• Leading and Influencing.
• An understanding of process flows to understand upstream and down implications of plans and changes to plan.
• Change Management.
• Risk Management.
• CI Management.
• Innovative.
• High Energy/ Self-drive.

We offer:

• 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays).
• Matched pension scheme.
• Benefits platform offering discounts and cashback on major retailers.

In Kerry we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.