Network Stocks Planning Team Leader - Fixed Term Contract

About Carlsberg Marston's Brewing Company

Carlsberg Britvic stands as the largest multi-beverage supplier across the UK, representing renowned beer brands like Carlsberg Danish Pilsner, 1664, Poretti, Brooklyn Ale, Hobgoblin, and Wainwright, alongside popular soft drinks such as J2O, Robinsons, Tango, and London Essence. The company also holds UK licensing rights for the Pepsi portfolio, including Pepsi MAX, 7UP, Lipton Iced Tea, and Rockstar Energy. With five production plants and sixteen logistics depots, Carlsberg Britvic supports customers nationwide. The company's driving mission is to empower its workforce to succeed in a dynamic beverage environment.

Role Overview

The Network Stocks Planning Team Leader will manage a small group of supply planners, overseeing daily onsite operations and multiple projects during a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves enhancing team performance, fostering collaboration across departments, and ensuring inventory and supply chain efficiencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Guide and mentor a team of stock planners to boost engagement and performance.
• Maintain ATP blocking codes in line with supply status, proactively addressing risks and notifying of supply disruptions.
• Drive network planning transformation by adopting improved operational procedures and eliminating process bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with commercial teams to review and authorize exceptions to standard age-on-sale policies.
• Act as the primary escalation contact for resolving supply interruptions caused by both internal and third-party issues, ensuring supplier performance standards are met.
• Track team service metrics and execute strategies to constantly fulfill organizational expectations.
• Promote a positive and proactive work culture within the team.
• Minimize inventory shrinkage by effectively managing and reporting surplus stock and provisions.
• Build and nurture strong working relationships with logistics, procurement, and customer service stakeholders.
• Travel to various company sites as required to support onsite team engagement.

Candidate Profile & Experience

• Experience in a comparable supply planning or FMCG environment.
• Previous first-line management experience, leading small teams.
• Familiarity with SAP ECC; advanced knowledge of APO is advantageous.
• Ability to perform effectively under tight deadlines and handle competing priorities.
• Adaptable to shifting demands and capable of independent decision-making.
• Strong communication skills to foster cross-functional cooperation.
• Highly meticulous with keen attention to detail.

Additional Information & Benefits

• Contract Duration: 12 months fixed-term.
• Locations considered include Mansfield, Northampton, Leeds, Wolverhampton, and Blackburn with hybrid work options.
• Competitive salary package inclusive of monthly allowance for alcoholic/non-alcoholic products.
• Health benefits including private medical insurance and 24/7 GP access.
• Life assurance and enhanced pension contributions.
• Company bonus program and generous holiday entitlement including bank holidays.
• Access to various high street discounts.

Diversity and Accessibility

The company is committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion by welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and identities. Accessibility accommodations are supported during the recruitment process to ensure equitable participation for all candidates.