Planning Manager – Multi-Temperature Wholesale Organisation - £55K + Benefits My client is a leading multi-temperature wholesale organisation with a fantastic reputation across the UK. They are seeking a Planning Manager to join their team. The successful Planning Manager will lead demand, supply, and inventory planning for a fast-paced FMCG wholesale operation. You will own the end-to-end planning cycle, balancing availability, freshness, and working capital while supporting strong service levels to customers. This is the perfect role for a high performing Planning Manager looking to join an exciting business who can match their ambition and offer genuine career progression opportunities. Responsibilities include: Own demand forecasting across categories and channels; translate insights into actionable supply plans. Lead S&OP/IBP cadence, aligning Sales, Procurement, Operations, and Finance. Optimise inventory (DOH, availability, waste/obsolescence) across DCs and suppliers. Develop replenishment strategies for high-volume, short shelf-life SKUs. Manage supplier planning, MOQ constraints, lead times, and capacity risks. Drive continuous improvement in planning tools, data quality, and KPIs. Build and lead a small planning team; coach and develop talent. Produce clear executive reporting and scenario analysis.