Job Description

Asahi UK (AUK), part of Asahi Europe & International Ltd, aims to enrich consumer experiences through innovation, high-quality service and an exceptional portfolio of premium beer, ale and cider brands including, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Asahi Super Dry, Meantime, Fuller's London Pride and Cornish Orchards. Our aim is to be the leading super premium beer business in the UK, through a brand mix that creates a compelling proposition. At AUK we operate as an end to end business unit responsible for sales, marketing, customer operations, production, supply chain and wholesale operations in the UK & Ireland. For further information, visit www.asahibeer.co.uk




Asahi Europe & International is a subsidiary of Asahi Group Holdings Ltd, a global beverage and food company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Japan. Employing > 12,000 people, Asahi Europe & International is the custodian for leading super premium lager brands Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Grolsch, Asahi Super Dry, plus international Czech lager brands, Pilsner Urquell and Kozel. The business has world-class brewing and production facilities in 8 markets - UK, NL, ITL, PL, CZ, SK, HU, RO. In most of these markets, we are the leading brewer with full portfolio of famous brands. Commercial operations in other parts of Europe, USA, Canada, LatAm, Africa and Asia are served through our global distribution network. With state-of-the-art facilities, some of the best brewers in the world, quality ingredients, and a culture based on innovation and collaboration, Asahi offers the best quality of beer to beer lovers worldwide. More information can be found at www.asahiinternational.com

Supply Planner

Asahi UK

have a fantastic opportunity for a

Supply Planner

to support our Nectar Imports site. This is a managerial position with four direct reports.




This role will be based in Woking at Asahi House, with the expectation of one day per week of travel to Nectar Imports, Hindon.

Key Purpose Statement

To lead and develop a team of Planners while managing the end-to-end supply planning of third-party wines, spirits, and soft drinks. This role ensures optimal inventory levels, timely purchase ordering, and efficient stock movement to meet customer demand and peak trading periods. The position involves continuous process improvement, proactive issue resolution, and close coordination with vendors and warehouses to maintain high service levels and operational efficiency.

Key Accountabilities

Accountable for leading and developing a team of four looking after all 3rd Party Products Planning supply of a portfolio (~1300 SKUs across ~100 Vendors) of 3rd Party wines, spirits & soft drinks bought in from vendors Management of all current and projected inventory levels, ensuring consistently good stock availability for customers and adherence to maximum storage capacities Generate POs based on lead times, delivery parameters & ordering parameters (MOQs) Planning medium to long term stock build for peak periods (Xmas, bank holidays etc.) Pro-actively managing any stock outs/service level issues to minimise business impact Inventory management - monitoring stock levels, flagging slow movers and any shelf life issues Liaising with warehouses to schedule the delivery of products Managing delivery schedules for interdepot movements on a daily/weekly basis and verifying these with the relevant warehouses Produce monthly supplier sales reports as required Recommend and implement improvements to current processes

Experience required

Preferable to have supply planning, sales, and/or operational planning experience in an FMCG environment Advanced Excel skills for reporting and analysis Strong analytical skills able to make the connections in data, events and trends. Customer or supplier relationship management experience Knowledge of working with MRP systems (preferably Merlin and/or SAP) Highly organised with excellent attention to detail

Key attributes of the successful person

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Experience of working cross-functionally at an operational level, with demonstrable evidence of influencing your peer group and above, and strong examples of relationship building and creation of collaborative, customer-focused plans Good understanding and use of IT systems and databases Preferable people management experience

Whats on tap?

Annual bonus Beer allowance Private pension Private medical and dental insurance Life assurance Asahi rewards!!





We are committed to nurturing a workplace where we celebrate and respect difference, and support everyone to be true to who they are! At Asahi Europe and International we believe you can SHINE AS YOU ARE - no matter your age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or beliefs. We want to support you to be courageous in your individuality and to know that whoever you are and whatever your circumstances, you can belong with us without having to conform.