Supply Planner

Supply Planner - Brighter Foods, THG Nutrition Manufacturing

Location: Brighter Foods Ltd, Pendre Industrial Estate, Tywyn LL36 9LW

Shift Pattern - M-F Days

Reporting to: Supply Chain Manager

About Brighter Foods

Brighter Foods operates a growing food manufacturing facility employing approximately 180 colleagues across production and support functions. The site currently operates three production lines, with one line running continuously and two additional lines operating based on customer demand and production requirements. As part of our continued growth strategy, we are investing in the introduction of a fourth production line, creating exciting opportunities for operational improvement, increased capacity and leadership development. Supported by the strength and investment capability of THG, the business continues to invest in its people, processes and manufacturing infrastructure. Significant capital investment have been made to support growth, improve operational efficiency and enhance manufacturing performance, giving the successful candidate the opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of the site.

About the Role

As a Supply Planner you will:

• Ensure raw material availability at THG's Brighter Foods manufacturing site in Tywyn, Wales.
• Liaise with suppliers to coordinate delivery schedules in line with inbound capacity.
• Produce regular reports on current and forecasted stock positions, highlighting potential shortages.
• Align with production and demand planning teams to ensure forecasted and actual usage align within tolerance.
• Raise purchase orders covering long‑term contracts in line with demand.
• Identify opportunities to improve supply chain processes.
• Liaise with customers to monitor stock cover and communicate projected stock run-out dates.
• Create and maintain product recipes and product codes within ERP system, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information.
• Coordinate disposals, ensuring stock is identified, documented and processed in line with site procedures. 

What skills and experience do I need for this role?

• Strong numerical and reporting skills, particularly in Excel; SQL experience desirable.
• ERP experience desirable. 
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work independently using initiative.
• Previous experience in a supply chain or commercial environment advantageous.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new systems and processes.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.

What's in it for you:

• Tailored onboarding and induction process
• Access to bespoke L&D development programmes
• Company discounts
• Enhanced parental leave scheme*
• Access to virtual GP
• Access to 24/7 Bupa Employee Assistance Programme
• Refer a friend scheme
• And more...