Supply Planner

Howdens is looking to recruit a talented Supply Planner to ensure seamless product availability in our Primary Distribution Centre, fuelling our depot demand while striking the perfect balance between inventory and service excellence. We have two main areas of focus: finished goods and raw materials. This role will focus on finished goods and there may also be an opportunity to travel.

What will you be doing as a Supply Planner:

You'll play a pivotal role in shaping our supply chain landscape. Reporting directly to our Planning Managers, this role offers a fantastic opportunity for individuals aspiring to carve out a thriving career in Supply Chain Management. You'll thrive in a fast-paced environment, where your planning prowess will be put to the test in ensuring top-notch quality in every aspect.

We're looking for a proactive communicator adept at fostering strong relationships both within our organisation and with external partners. Your role will involve nurturing supplier relationships and collaborating closely with our Commercial, Quality, and Logistics teams to achieve our business objectives with finesse.

Joining our team of 35 dedicated Supply Chain and Logistics planners, you'll receive unwavering support and continuous development opportunities. You will help maintain primary inventory levels totalling approximately £190m across 20,000 SKUs and play a pivotal role in enhancing our supply base's flexibility and agility to meet the demands of our evolving business model. With over 870 depots relying on your expertise to interpret sales demand, you'll be at the forefront of driving our company's success in the competitive market landscape.

What do you need to qualify for the Supply Planner:

- Exposure to working in a Supply Chain environment.
- Excellent IT systems skills is essential (ideally exposure to SAP/ APO) for Planning & Production Scheduling.
- Knowledge of demand planning, logistics and purchasing.
- A confident communicator who can use their skills to persuade and influence.
- A confident decision-maker who can react rapidly to the changing requirements of the role.

What we offer:

- Competitive Salary + Bonus
- Pension Plan with a maximum company contribution of 12%
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays with an opportunity to purchase additional days
- Staff discount
- Ongoing support and development
- Free lunch at our onsite canteen
- Free onsite car parking
- Friendly and supportive environment offering exceptional reward and recognition. 

About Us:

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier, providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe, making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. With an ambitious and credible growth plan, we continue to build on our £2.2 billion sales made last year.

There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named as one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

How to apply:

We are building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a Supply Planner, then we are keen to hear from you.

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Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you