Premier Recruitment Group has the privilege to recruit on behalf of our very prestigious client based in Rainham, Essex. We are recruiting for experienced and forward thinking 3^rd Party Supply Planner. This is full-time and permanent position and working for very well established company.

Job Purpose:

• As a 3rd party Supply Planner, you will oversee the relationships with our 3rd party partners.
• You will be responsible for managing performance, resolving issues, and ensuring compliance with our standards and policies.
• You will also collaborate with internal stakeholders to align our 3rd party strategy with our business goals and objectives.

Key areas of responsibility:

• Lead and drive the projects for new 3rd parties & SKU set up.
• Establishing overall timing plans for assigned projects, ensuring that projects are delivered within agreed deadlines.
• Confirming agreements with 3rd parties that align with your project objectives, budget, and time line
• Communicating effectively and regularly with 3rd parties and internal stakeholders to monitor progress, resolve issues, and provide feedback
• Evaluating the performance and quality of 3rd parties and ensuring they comply with the standards and expectations of your company and clients
• Identifying and mitigating risks and challenges that may arise from working with 3rd parties
• Providing support and guidance to 3rd parties and internal teams to foster collaboration and trust
• Support in demand planning/forecasting.
• Support the head of the department with data analysis, report creation and project work.
• Carry out any other duties as required from time to time to fulfil the business needs.

Person specification:

• Excellent communication, negotiation skills.
• Excel, and problem-solving skills.
• Good team-player.

Qualifications/Experience required:

• A solid understanding of the 3rd party landscape and the best practices for managing 3rd party risks and opportunities.
• MPS & MRP knowledge is required.
• Knowledge of Co-Packing beneficial.
• Project Management.
• Knowledge of JD Edwards or any other ERP system would be beneficial.

If you are interested please kindly apply directly or contact directly Tom Kurczab at Premier Recruitment Group.