Raw Material Planner

2 hours ago

London Area, United Kingdom Advocate Group Full time

Ready to join one of the biggest FMCG brands on the planet?

We're proud to be partnering with an incredible global FMCG brand to find a dynamic and motivated Raw Material Planner to join their high-performing Supply Chain team. This is a chance to play a critical role at the very heart of the supply chain, supporting some of the brand's most iconic products across EMEA.

Key Responsibilities

  • Create robust material plans to determine the raw materials, ingredients, and packaging required for production
  • Monitor raw material and packaging stock levels to ensure optimal availability
  • Implement inventory controls to minimise excess, obsolescence, and shortages
  • Collaborate closely with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and strong working relationships
  • Review supplier performance and recommend improvements where needed
  • Partner with Finished Goods and NPD teams to refine supplier forecasts
  • Use forecasting tools and historical data to continuously improve demand planning accuracy
  • Analyse production, inventory, and supplier data to support decision-making and produce management reports

What We're Looking For

  • Proven experience as an MRP Planner or similar supply planning role within FMCG
  • Strong working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems — understanding of SAP essential
  • Excellent analytical skills with the ability to turn data into actionable insight
  • Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management and supplier negotiation skills
  • Adaptable, proactive, and comfortable thriving in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and organised planner to join career with a forward-thinking, progressive business who put people at the heart of their business.

The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

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