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

Placing orders with suppliers, managing time frames and KPIs

Forecasting stock requirements in line with the company budget

Effective communication with internal teams and suppliers

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.