Junior Supply Planner

About The Role

We are looking for a proactive and detail-driven Junior Supply Planner to join our growing Supply Planning team, supporting our Ingredients and Subcontractors category.

This role sits at the heart of how Tropic keeps factory running – working closely with our Senior Supply Planner for Ingredients & Subcontractors, and cross-functionally with Product Development, R&D, Finance, Quality and Operations, to ensure the right ingredients are in the right place at the right time.

You’ll start by building deep working knowledge of our 600+ ingredients and 4 subcontractor relationships, taking on increasing day-to-day ownership as you grow into the role. This is a structured development path: we expect a Junior Supply Planner who progresses well to be ready to step up to Supply Planner within around 12-18 months, as you take on more of the category independently.

Our environment is fast-paced and growth-driven, with the business currently scaling across new markets (including a recent US launch, and upcoming TikTok Shop and Amazon EU expansion). This role is ideal for someone who wants real ownership early and a clear route into a full Supply Planning career.

Key Responsibilities

Ingredient & Subcontractor Support

• Supporting the Supply Planner with day-to-day planning administration across Ingredients and Subcontractors
• Maintaining accurate supply and stock data across planning systems and trackers
• Assisting with purchase order creation and supply planning documentation
• Building toward independent ownership of a defined portion of the Ingredients and Subcontractors category within your first year

Purchase Order & Supplier Coordination

• Raising and maintaining purchase orders in NetSuite
• Tracking supplier orders and following up on delivery schedules
• Maintaining PO trackers and ensuring consistency across planning systems
• Coordinating directly with a growing number of our 4 subcontractors as your ownership increases

Systems & Data Management

• Maintaining ingredient, and subcontractor information in NetSuite
• Maintaining supply chain master data, including BoMs and product codes
• Supporting reporting accuracy across supply planning systems and tools

Continuous Improvement

• Supporting improvements to supply planning reporting and dashboards
• Identifying opportunities to simplify or automate manual processes
• Supporting data preparation and validation during system or reporting improvements

What We’re Looking For

• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Good Excel and data-handling skills, with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Exposure to supply chain, procurement or planning environments.
• Clear, proactive communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced operational environment.
• A practical approach to solving problems and improving processes.
• An interest in systems, data and reporting, with a desire to develop into a Supply Planner role and take ownership.

Desirable

• Experience using ERP systems, such as NetSuite.
• A degree in Supply Chain, Operations or a related field.

What We Offer

• Employment Type: This role is offered full-time, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.
• Location: Tropic HQ is a short walk from Beddington Lane Tram stop, with direct links to East Croydon and Wimbledon.
• Hybrid Working: Enjoy a blend of office and remote working with a minimum of 3 days in the office.
• Salary: Starting from £30,000 per annum
• Benefits: Hybrid working, up to 33 days’ holiday. Enhanced family leave, Private Medical Insurance, Medicash plan, life insurance, (All available after a qualifying period). EAP through the Wisdom App, generous product allowance and 50% discount for family and friends, access to retailer discounts, Cycle to Work and Electric Car schemes, free breakfast bar, on-site parking, regular social events, and plenty of well-being treats throughout the year.
• Start Date: Immediate

About Tropic

Susie, our Founder and CEO, started Tropic Skincare as a teenager, selling homemade body scrubs at Greenwich Market to help her mum pay the bills. She sold out on her first day, and the incredible response made her realise she had started something quite special.

We still sell that iconic body scrub, and it sits alongside an extensive range of award-winning skincare and beauty products that have made us one of the UK’s fastest-growing beauty businesses. Our brand is certified vegan, cruelty-free and CarbonNeutral®, and our infinite purpose is to create a healthier, greener, more empowered world. And that’s where you come in!

We’re looking for creative and ambitious people who share our vision and get excited about beauty that’s both innovative and sustainable. If you’re passionate about skincare and have a genuine desire to empower communities across the globe, you could be a great fit.

Apply now if you’re ready to join a vibrant team who believes beauty knows no bounds!

Tropic’s Commitment to Equal Opportunities

Our team is as diverse as it is talented because at Tropic, we go the extra mile to cultivate a culture of respect and belonging. We value every candidate, respect protected characteristics and never discriminate. We also provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities at every stage of the hiring process, so if this is something you need, please let our recruitment team know at the earliest opportunity!

Ultimately, the most important thing for us is hiring the best person for the job, so we focus on skills, experience, and qualifications to ensure our process is fair and that our candidates always have a great experience with Tropic.