Inventory & Demand Planning Specialist - Southampton
7 days ago
Southampton
Role Overview Responsible for ensuring effective supply chain planning, inventory optimization, and reporting across the network. Acts as a key link between customer service, suppliers, and internal planning teams to deliver accurate forecasts, resolve supply issues, and maintain optimal service levels. Key Responsibilities * Manage inventory policies, safety stock, and service levels to optimize supply chain performance. * Validate planning lead times and align supply with demand through planned orders and deployments. * Monitor and resolve supply and distribution exceptions, ensuring clear communication with stakeholders. * Collaborate with demand planners, purchasing planners, production schedulers, and suppliers to ensure constraint visibility and capacity alignment. * Maintain and update master data, planning BOMs, and system parameters in advanced planning tools (eg, KXS Rapid Response). * Share forecasts with suppliers and ensure supplier raw material availability. * Approve automation and stockholding policies based on segmentation strategies. * Drive continuous improvement by simplifying processes and ensuring high-quality reporting. Skills & Experience * 1-3 years' experience in planning, logistics, or manufacturing (commercial exposure advantageous). * Strong analytical and digital skills with solid supply chain process knowledge. * Proficiency in advanced planning systems, CI tools, and agile concepts. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with evidence of leadership traits such as resilience, curiosity, and decision-making in ambiguity. Education * University degree (Supply Chain or related field preferred). * Advanced planning system expertise is an advantage.