Planning and Supply Chain Specialist

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We are now looking for a Planning and Supply Chain Specialist to join our Supply Chain team, supporting our production planning and supply chain activities in ensuring materials and products are available when needed.

Greetings from your future manager 

“You will play a key role in driving operational excellence, maintaining high levels of availability for our products, improving supply chain processes, and being part of a high-performing team. This is a strong opportunity for a supply chain and planning professional to make a meaningful impact in a growing business.” - Colin Barnes, Lancaster ​General Manager

What you will do

In this role, you will work closely with colleagues across supply chain, manufacturing, sales, customer service and suppliers to support operational performance, service levels and continuous improvement.

In addition, you will:

• Support production planning activities to help maintain production schedules aligned with customer demand and business needs
• Convert forecasts and customer orders into manufacturing and procurement plans together with relevant stakeholders
• Monitor production progress and support schedule adjustments in response to changing priorities or operational constraints
• Analyze work center capacity and resource requirements across manufacturing operations, identify potential bottlenecks and support actions to improve efficiency and delivery performance
• Support purchasing activities for raw materials, consumables and selected products for resale to ensure timely availability and cost-effective supply
• Create and manage purchase orders, monitor supplier performance and help resolve supply-related issues
• Support inventory management by optimizing stock levels and identifying opportunities to improve inventory performance, through accurate master data management
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, reporting and supply chain performance monitoring

Who you are

• You have experience in supply chain, production planning, procurement, manufacturing operations or a related field
• You have experience working with ERP or MRP systems and using data to support planning and decision-making
• You understand inventory management and supplier collaboration, or you are eager to develop your expertise in these areas
• You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills and can turn data into practical actions
• You communicate effectively and build productive relationships with colleagues, suppliers and other stakeholders
• You are well organized, able to prioritize competing tasks and comfortable working in a dynamic environment
• You have good Excel and data analysis skills
• A degree in supply chain, business, engineering or a related field, experience in manufacturing, a CIPS qualification, or knowledge of lean and continuous improvement methods is considered an advantage

This is what we offer to you

• A meaningful job: We have an inspiring purpose “We renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils”. Our work is impactful and transformative.  
• A caring community: Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees. 
• Development opportunities: We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth. 
• Responsible employer: Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas, from climate change mitigation to enhancing biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves. 

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Additional information about the position 

This position is located in Lancaster, United Kingdom.

The position holder will report to General Manager. 

For further information about the role, please contact Colin Barnes, General Manager, at [email protected]  

How to apply 

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter by August 2, 2026. Please note that we accept only applications submitted through our online application system. We begin reviewing applications as they are received, and you may be contacted before the application deadline. 

For support with submitting your application, please contact our HR Services team at [email protected] or tel. +44(0)1723502550.

Learn more about how to apply from our Careers page. 

UPM Adhesive Materials

UPM Adhesive Materials’ strategic direction is to accelerate its growth beyond label materials into graphics solutions and specialty tapes. Over the past few years, the business area has expanded significantly in graphics solutions through the acquisitions of AMC Intercoat, Grafityp, and Metamark.

UPM Adhesive Materials provides high-performance, innovative self-adhesive products, including label materials, graphics solutions, and specialty tapes, as well as reliable services close to customers. We are one of UPM’s fastest-growing global businesses employing around 3,300 professionals. In 2025, our sales reached nearly €1.7 billion ($1.95 billion). Read more: adhesivematerials.upm.com

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