Supply Planning Analyst

Supply Planning Analyst

Your Manager: Master Data & Analytics Manager

Team: Supply Chain

Location: Kilmalid, Dumbarton – we operate a hybrid working approach

Contract Type: Permanent

Pernod Ricard is a worldwide leader in the spirits and champagne industry, blending traditional craftsmanship, state-of-the-art brand development, and global distribution technologies. Our prestigious portfolio of premium to luxury brands includes Absolut vodka, Ricard pastis, Ballantine’s, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute, and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater gin, Malibu liqueur, and Mumm and Perrier-Jouët champagnes. Our mission is to ensure the long-term growth of our brands with full respect for people and the environment, while empowering our employees around the world to be ambassadors of our purposeful, inclusive, and responsible culture of authentic conviviality 

Chivas Brothers is the Pernod Ricard business dedicated entirely to Scotch whisky. Our award-winning portfolio features some of the world’s most revered single malt and blended Scotch whisky brands, including Chivas, Ballantine’s, Royal Salute, The Glenlivet and Aberlour, which are exported from Scotland to over 100 countries worldwide. As the world’s No.2 Scotch whisky producer with a 1,600-strong team across 26 sites, we are committed to upholding the heritage and pursuing the progress of Scotch and ensuring its sustainable future, as well as opening it up to new audiences across the globe. 

About the role 

We are now seeking a Supply Planning Analyst to join the Planning team and play a key role in supporting the Materials Planning and Supply Planning teams by providing accurate, timely reporting and developing automation solutions to streamline administrative activities. This role ensures data integrity, improves process efficiency, and supports decision-making through insightful analytics.

What you will do 

Reporting & Analytics

• Develop, maintain, and deliver regular and ad-hoc reports for Materials and Supply Planning teams.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory, material availability, and production schedules.
• Provide data-driven insights to support planning decisions and continuous improvement initiatives.

Automation & Process Improvement

• Identify & lead opportunities to automate repetitive administrative tasks within planning processes.
• Design and implement automation tools (e.g., Excel macros, Power BI dashboards, or other relevant systems).
• Collaborate with planning teams to ensure automation solutions meet operational needs.

Data Management

• Ensure accuracy and consistency of master data across planning systems.
• Support data cleansing and validation activities to maintain high data quality standards.
• Assist in troubleshooting data-related issues impacting planning performance.

Collaboration

• Work closely with Materials Planning and Supply Planning teams to understand reporting requirements.
• Liaise with IT and other stakeholders to implement system enhancements and automation projects.
• Support cross-functional initiatives aimed at improving supply chain efficiency.

Your skills and background  

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI, or similar).
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and understanding of supply chain processes.
• Ability to develop automation solutions (e.g., VBA, scripting, or similar).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Degree in Supply Chain, Business Analytics, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Why join us? 

Collective Spirit 

You will be part of a connected, international community shaped by iconic brands, a performance mindset, and a proud legacy, where collaboration, fun and ambition coexist. 

Craft your path 

We empower you to own your career, innovate boldly and grow alongside our business, surrounded by leaders who value curiosity, energy, and impact. 

Cultivate the future 

You’ll help shape a business with a soul — one that cherishes the land, respects communities, and brings good times from a good place, responsibly and sustainably. 

People are at the heart of everything we do at Pernod Ricard and are the foundation of our collective spirit as ‘Créateurs de Convivialité’.  We promote inclusion throughout our business and supply chain. In our teams, we proactively foster a diverse work force and an inclusive culture, an environment where we can truly be ourselves.  

We will assess your application for this role based on your skills, experiences, and achievements, not your gender, age, ethnic or educational background or any other such factors.  Our recruiting team are more than happy to provide reasonable adjustments during our application and interview process, in order for you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.  

Our mix of benefits

• Competitive salary, along with performance related bonus

• Defined Contribution Pension
• Private medical insurance, including income protection
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• 25 days’ annual holiday (increasing with length of service up to 27) plus public holidays,
• Pernod Ricard share incentive plan and share ownership plan
• Life Assurance
• An allowance each year to spend on our brands
• Our reward & recognition scheme
• Employee discounts from a range of high street retailers.
• Regular events in our very own office bar

Learn more about working with Pernod Ricard https://www.pernod-ricard.com/en 

Learn more about Chivas Brothers https://www.chivasbrothers.com/ 

Closing Date for Applications:

05th May 2026

Job Posting End Date:

2026-05-06

Target Hire Date:

2026-06-01

Target End Date: