Supply Chain Planning Analyst
Supply Chain Planning Analyst (ERP Transformation)Location: Desford
Duration: 12-Month Contract
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Pay Rate: £16 - £20 per hour (Dependent on experience)
Travel: Up to 15% travel required based on business needs
About the RoleWe are seeking a Supply Chain Planning Analyst to play a critical role in our upcoming business transformation. This is not just a standard "business as usual" position-you will be directly involved in a major ERP transformation programme, helping us transition to a modern SAP ecosystem (including SAP IBP, EWM, and Digital Manufacturing).
In this role, you will act as a vital bridge between our internal project teams and external suppliers, ensuring data accuracy, smooth communication, and timely system adoption to prevent project delays.
Key ResponsibilitiesData Gathering & Systems Update: Primarily responsible for gathering packaging information and supplier lead times from production part suppliers, and updating internal databases.
Data Validation: Assist in validating internal "Plan for Every Part" (PFEP) parameters within the current ERP system.
Supplier Coordination: Engage with suppliers to ensure timely responses, smooth onboarding, and alignment on new process requirements.
Project Support: Work under the guidance of the Project Lead and Supply Chain Planning Manager to support the broader SAP rollout and drive project timelines.
Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to reduce waste or variation in current supply chain processes during the data alignment phase.
What We Are Looking ForMinimum Requirements:
Hands-on experience in a process-driven, project-based, or structured environment.
Background in Supply Chain Operations, ERP/SAP-related roles, or Supplier Coordination / Stakeholder Engagement.
We welcome transferable experience from Manufacturing, Automotive, FMCG, Retail Supply Chain, or Logistics & Distribution.
Core Skills:
Analytical Thinking: Ability to define problems, compare alternative solutions, and identify data patterns.
Problem Solving & Critical Thinking: Experience gathering and organizing relevant data, recognizing concerns, and understanding stakeholder perspectives.
Basic Project & Logistics Management: Familiarity with tracking project progress (e.g., status reports) and an understanding of logistics process flows or lead-time tracking.
Why Apply This is an exceptional opportunity to gain high-value project experience on a major digital transformation. You will develop an end-to-end understanding of modern supply chain systems and gain exposure to cutting-edge SAP modules.
If you are a proactive problem-solver with strong communication skills and a knack for data accuracy, we want to hear from you.
Apply Today!
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