Production Planner

Planning Manager/Food Manufacturing

Permanent/Full-time onsite/Days/Monday-Friday

This is a critical role, ensuring the efficient and seamless operation of production processes across multiple factory locations. This position requires a detail-oriented professional with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage varied supply chains.

• Production Planning: Develop, implement, and maintain production schedules that maximise efficiency and meet customer demands across 2 factory locations, located within 10 miles of one another
• Coordination Across Sites: Collaborate with production managers and other stakeholders to ensure alignment of production plans and resources.
• Raw Material Management: Ensure the availability of all required raw materials, both food and non-food, by accurately forecasting needs and managing inventory levels.
• Supply Chain Management: Oversee the inbound supply chain, including the ordering of raw materials, managing supplier relationships, and coordinating delivery schedules.
• Problem Resolution: Address and resolve any production delays, shortages, or inbound supply chain issues in a timely and effective manner.
• Data Analysis: Use production data and forecasts to optimise plans and identify areas for improvement.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to food safety standards, factory protocols, and industry regulations in all aspects of production and material planning.

• Experience: Proven experience in production planning, supply chain management, or a similar role in the food manufacturing industry.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in production planning software and inventory management systems, with strong knowledge of supply chain processes.
• Analytical Abilities: Strong analytical skills to assess production data, forecast needs, and identify inefficiencies.
• Communication: Excellent communication and collaboration skills to interact with factory teams, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in planning and material management.

For further information, please apply!