Strategic Planning Director

2 weeks ago


Essex, United Kingdom Vertical Advantage Full time

Job Title: Head of Planning

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Planning to join our team at Vertical Advantage. As a key member of our Supply Chain department, you will be responsible for coordinating the planning cycle, managing the planning system, and making short-term supply decisions in partnership with Sales and Customer Services.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage the monthly planning cycle, including demand and supply planning
  • Oversee the planning system, including ongoing development and maintenance
  • Collaborate with Sales and Customer Services to make short-term supply decisions
  • Work with the Demand Plan to identify and mitigate potential availability issues
  • Ensure the integrity of the full Supply and Demand Plan
  • Design and implement a sustainable plan that improves availability while minimizing stock holding and waste
  • Provide Supply Chain Planning information for budget and forecasting processes

Requirements:

  • Degree qualified or equivalent experience
  • Strong leadership and people management skills
  • Ability to deliver results personally and through a team
  • Excellent communication and influencing skills
  • Commercially astute with high attention to detail
  • Able to manage stakeholder relationships

What We Offer:

A competitive salary of £70,000 - £75,000, plus bonus and excellent benefits. This is a hybrid role, requiring 2-3 days in the office per week, depending on business needs.



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