C&C Group plc is a premium drinks company which owns, manufactures, markets and distributes a unique portfolio of beer and cider brands in its home markets and across the globe. You probably know us best from brands like Bulmers, Magners, Tennent’s, Matthew Clark and Bibendum.

About the role

The Supply Planner is responsible for ensuring the timely replenishment of a defined product portfolio at their designated depot. This includes managing the delivery of goods from suppliers into the warehouse, guided by forecast data and recommended order files.

They hold full accountability for achieving the Customer Availability KPI and will lead all associated activities to meet this target. A key part of the role involves minimising stock age write-offs and optimising warehouse capacity.

Collaboration is central to success in this role. The Supply Planner will work closely with the wider Supply Planning community, Inventory Analysts, Demand Planning, and Depot teams to ensure seamless operations.

They will also build strong, influential relationships with suppliers to secure optimal outcomes for each transaction. Acting as the primary point of contact for On Time performance at the depot, they serve as a vital link between the Supply Planning department and depot operations.

In addition, they will represent depot needs in Supply Chain meetings and drive process improvements within their location to enhance overall planning efficiency.

Key Accountabilities

• Maintain, plan and replenish indicated portfolio of products based on deliveries schedules & forecast
• Manage the parameters of the portfolio & planning tool (Bin levels, MOQ’s, Order Multiples, Lead Time, Stock Age Risks, etc)
• Key KPI: In Full, supported by availability and inventory KPIs (inc. Stock Age Risks)
• Raise and manage purchase orders to our warehouse following established processes
• Manage uplifts returns to suppliers (Planning & relationships)
• Establish strong relationship with suppliers in cooperation with Inventory Analyst, Depot Teams, Demand Planning, Commercial and Product Data departments
• Constantly liaise with Goods in / Operational Teams & Inbound receipt query resolution
• Pro-actively communicate any items at risk of impacting customer service
• Feedback on any unfulfilled demand root causes
• Perform tasks as requested by Manager
• Ownership of all stock queries (IF) for the Depot
• Observer Role: Stock Integrity

About You

You'll have a proven track record of achievement in a Planning Role (supply or demand planning), experience of the GB drinks industry and a working knowledge of the Supply Chain process is preferable.

• Demonstrated effective communications and negotiation skills
• Analytical, numerical and sound judgement
• Supplier Relationships Management
• Team player / collaborator
• Driven self-starter, comfortable with taking accountability
• The ability to work collaboratively and cross-functionally

About Us 

Operating through the Matthew Clark, Bibendum, Tennent’s and Bulmers Ireland brands, the Group has a market leading range, scale and reach including an intimate understanding of the markets it serves. 

From grass to glass, and everything in between, we grow, brew, manufacture, market, and deliver some of the world’s favourite drinks. C&C Group’s portfolio of owned/exclusive brands include: Bulmers, the leading Irish cider brand; Tennent’s, the leading Scottish beer brand; Magners the premium international cider brand; as well as a range of fast-growing, premium and craft ciders and beers, such as Heverlee, Menabrea, Five Lamps and Orchard Pig. 

We seek to champion and embed sustainability in everything that we do at C&C. While delivering joy to customers, we always shine a light on people and the planet. We have a clear ESG vision delivering to a better world. We respect, support, and develop all our people to be their best, with a focus on results by creating a culture of winning together.

We also recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to delivering on our mission. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

C&C Group (and inclusive companies) do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruiters or employment agencies in response to any of our roles. For help, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at careers@candcgroup.com. All applications need to come through the candidate portal https://careers.candcgroupplc.com/vacancies/