Supply Planner - Leeds, United Kingdom - ghd hair

ghd hair
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2 days ago

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WHO ARE WE?


Iconic British brand ghd is a global leader in high end professional hair styling tools and the UK's number one recommended styling brand.

Loved by stylists and consumers, loved by press, and loved by the people that work for the brand


Merging science and innovation, with luxury beauty and style; ghd combines cutting edge technologies and beautiful designs to create the most technically advanced hair tools in the world.

ghd tools deliver "safer for hair" heat styling that have become an essential part of the daily lives of professional hair stylists and consumers globally.

Renowned for game changing innovation and superior performance, at ghd we are on a mission to transform lives with the power of a good hair day


LOCATION


This role will be based in our Leeds office, and we offer a hybrid working pattern of 3 days in the office and 2 days WFH.


ABOUT THIS ROLE


Responsible for planning the supply of products from a group of Manufactures to meet forecasted demand across ghd's global business.

Manage the planning processes in the Microsoft Dynamics (MSD) and Blue Yonder (BY) systems.


JOB ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead the weekly and monthly processes in MSD and BY to manage the supply of products from a group of external manufacturers.
  • With accountability for global stock availability, plan the production schedule for each manufacturer. Review and release purchase requisitions to maintain target stock levels in market.
  • Through the monthly Supply Review, part of ghd's S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) process, present the updated plans for each manufacturer, along with the impact on customer service, inventory, and cost.
  • Working with the manufacturers and the ghd Deployment and Logistics teams, ensure that stock is despatched and delivered according to the agreed service level.
  • Track and report ontime infull delivery for each manufacturer.
  • Work with the Supply Planner (Innovations) to make sure that Limited Edition and NPD requirements are built into the supplier schedules and delivered on time. Ensure that the schedules are aligned to agreed sales forecasts and ramp up plans.
  • Lead the resolution of supply issues as they arise, agreeing actions with the manufacturers and the ghd teams in the UK and Hong Kong. Anticipate issues to help manage Supply Chain risk.
  • Working closely with the Master Data team, ensure accurate master data is maintained in MSD/BY
  • Ensure MSD is fully updated with all inbound, outbound, and finished goods movements.
  • Ensure stock accuracy targets are met through correct processing of stock movements complete a regular reconciliation of ghd stock held at manuf.
  • Identify every opportunity to drive out excess and obsolete inventory.
  • Raise purchase orders as required for ad hoc (noninventory) costs incurred at the manufacturers.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Experience in managing supplier relationships.
  • Strong focus on customer service, both internally and externally.
  • Proven skills in building relationships and managing stakeholders.
  • Strong numerical and analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
  • Keen attention to detail with the capability to troubleshoot and solve problems quickly.
  • Work well under pressure with the ability to deliver to tight deadlines.
  • Highly adaptable to change, demonstrating a proactive approach.
  • Adapts well to both working in a team and independently.
  • Ideally educated to degree level or equivalent
  • Experience within a fastmoving, international consumer products business would be desirable.
  • Ideally experience of MSD and BY.
  • Some travel will be required.

VALUES


We at ghd are proudly committed to our Company Values and aim to attract and retain employees who live our Values.


  • Collaborative
  • We work together to create the extraordinary.


  • Creative

  • We foster creativity & excellence to create value for our brands and business.


  • Courageous

  • We are agile, entrepreneurial & we own our future.


  • Connected

  • We stay connected and ensure we are always consumer first.

Notice to Employment businesses/ Agencies.


ghd does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site.

ghd shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site.

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