Materials Planner

Who are we:  

With over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, we’re the world’s leading premium drinks company. From global icons like Johnnie Walker, Guinness and Tanqueray to local favourites like Bundaberg Rum, Mr Black & Ello, we create brands consumers love. Bring your passion and use your curiosity as you explore, collaborate and innovate. Together with passionate people from all over the world, you’ll test new ideas, learn and grow, and unlock a brighter, more exciting future.  

Join us to create a career worth celebrating.  

About the Function:  

Our Supply Chain and Manufacturing team are problem-solvers, sourcing, producing, and delivering our much-loved brands to delight customers around the globe. Over half of Diageo’s 30,000+ people work in Supply Chain and Manufacturing. It’s an intricate and sophisticated operation that’s the product of logistical, manufacturing, and technical collaborations.  

Our teams in 100 sites in over 30 countries cover production facilities, supplier relationships, customer collaborations and third-party agreements. We’re committed to realising our ‘Society 2030: Spirit of Progress’ goals, to protect the environment and support our farmers and suppliers. Whatever your skills and experience, we’ll help you to thrive in our inclusive culture.  

About the Role:  

The Materials Planner plays a pivotal role in managing and optimising the supply of raw materials, raw materials components and bulk liquids across global and local internal distillery sites and third-party operators. This position extends beyond traditional materials planning, stretching you with a strong emphasis on improving decisions through stronger data analysis, demand and stock forecasting, inventory optimisation, and continuous process improvement. 

Operating in a dynamic and fast-evolving environment, the role works in close partnership with broader Demand & Supply Planning, local Manufacturing, Procurement, and external suppliers to ensure timely replenishment,  accurate Material Requirements Planning (MRP), and ensuring the broader organisation is informed across supply continuity so risk can be minimised across the supply chain.  

Role Responsibilities:  

• Manage the supply and distribution of packaging components and raw materials across third-party operators, rework facilities, and internal supply nodes  

• Plan and coordinate stock transfers across the network in collaboration with production sites and Supply Planning teams to ensure operational efficiency  

• Manage production planning decisions with third-party contractors, ensuring alignment with distribution and production plans in line with the broader S&OP process

• Ensure accurate planning and management of bulk liquid supply, wet materials, and ingredients to meet production requirements 

• Analyse inventory and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) data to optimise stock levels, reduce aged and obsolete materials, ensure orders are placed on time, and proactively communicate supply risks to stakeholders 

Experience / Skills Required:  

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in materials planning, supply analytics or related broader consumer goods supply chain roles or similar industries such as heavy industries, pharmaceuticals or medical devices

• Strong analytical capability with advanced Excel skills and hands-on experience using SAP (ECC required; S/4HANA exposure advantageous)

• Demonstrated ability to manage inventory, Material Requirements Planning (MRP) accuracy and supplier facing planning activities in a fast-paced environment

• Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve stock outages, delivery delays and planning issues proactively

• An adaptable, growth-oriented mindset with comfort working in less‑structured environments and with a strong motivation to drive continuous improvement projects across planning.  

Flexible Working:  

Flexibility is key to our success. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you, so that you’re supported to manage your wellbeing and balance your priorities from day one.  

Rewards & Benefits:  

At Diageo, we offer more than just a role— we offer an environment where you can thrive, grow and be recognised for your impact.  

• Competitive reward – Market-leading salary, performance-driven bonus and industry perks 

• Flexible ways of working – Hybrid working with no set office days, empowering you to balance work and life in a way that works for you  

• Industry-leading family leave – Generous paid parental leave for all parents, along with support for life’s key moments 

• Health & wellbeing – Comprehensive support including mental health resources, wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance programmes 

• Career growth – Access to global opportunities, leading learning programmes and clear pathways for development 

• Inclusive culture – A values-led, inclusive environment where you can bring your whole self to work

• Product perks – Employee discounts and experiences across our iconic portfolio  

Commitment to Inclusion & Diversity:  

Our purpose is to celebrate life, every day, everywhere. And creating an inclusive culture, where everyone feels valued and that they can belong, is a crucial part of this.  

We embrace diversity in the broadest possible sense. This means that you’ll be welcomed and celebrated for who you are just by being you. You’ll be part of and help build and champion an inclusive culture that celebrates people of different gender, ethnicity, ability, age, sexual orientation, social class, educational backgrounds, experiences, mindsets, and more.  

Our ambition is to create the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer products companies in the world. Join us and help transform our business as we take our brands to new heights and build new ones as part of shaping the next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world. 

At Diageo, we pride ourselves on our fast paced, bold and agile culture. In order to ensure we’re supporting the performance ambitions of our team, applications for this role will close 21 days after posting.