1. My client is a leading UK-based FMCG manufacturer (hybrid working)
2. A fast-paced role - consistently striving to optimise customer experience
About Our Client
My client is a leading UK-based FMCG manufacturer, supplying high-quality ingredients to a range of industries while championing sustainability and innovation. With a strong focus on operational excellence, career development, and employee well-being, they offer an exciting environment for ambitious individuals to grow and make a real impact.
Job Description
My FMCG manufacturing client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Planning and Inventory Manager to support operations at their site nr Bury St Edmunds.This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced role, consistently striving to optimise customer experience by achieving exceptional product availability.
3. Achieving a product availability target of 99.5%
4. Issuing a weekly production plan and daily schedule for site
5. Owning the site's weekly exception and adherence reporting to support plan execution
6. Supporting the maintenance of BOMs
7. Driving issues to resolution within the week or period (addressing exceptions to the S&OP plan)
8. Managing silos and silo differentials
9. Tracking and analysing key site measures, and challenging performance based on these KPIs
10. Providing clear and concise information to the site leadership team to drive action and improvement
11. Managing relationships with key stakeholders and collaborating with supporting functions, e.g., procurement, finance, and customer service
12. Leading the capacity review process, including: r un rate sign-off, available hours and labour, and gaining commitment to forward volumes
The Successful Applicant
Experience & Skills
13. Experienced in production and material planning, inventory management and replenishment - gained within a complex FMCG manufacturing environment
14. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
15. Strong written and verbal communication skills
16. Knowledge and understanding of the S&OP process
Motivation
17. Reliable and works on own initiative, in line with operating practices, to deliver accurate work on time
18. Continuously strives for improvement and takes pride in delivering high-quality work
19. A strong team player who actively encourages and supports others
20. Demonstrates a high level of customer service consistently
Personal Effectiveness
21. Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
22. Quickly builds confident working relationships and establishes credibility with stakeholders
23. Well-organised with the ability to effectively manage and prioritise workload
24. Strong influencing skills, able to manage objections with sound justification while maintaining credibility
25. Demonstrates effective time management, planning, and workload ownership
26. Capable of working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines
Decision Making
27. Applies sound business rationale and judgement when making decisions
28. Able to understand customer requirements and manage expectations effectively
What's on Offer
The successful candidate for this Planning and Inventory Manager will be offered up to £60,000 plus package.This role offers hybrid working - c. 2-3 days pw on-site.