Job purpose: Main purpose and responsibilities of the role. To ensure Service Levels are maintained at the highest level, by working closely with the Operations team to ensure the Plan provided is achievable, the most efficient / cost effective plan it can be, utilises any raw material / ingredients at risk of downgrade / write-off, whilst taking in to account any allergen / clean down requirements.
Main purpose and responsibilities of the role
· Set Production Plans to maintain Service Levels at the highest level. Production Plans that are inline with Allergen / technical guidelines. Production Plans that ensure product is available OTIF for despatch. ·
· Production Plans that are as efficient / cost effective as they can be.
· Provide regular plan attainment updates to the business throughout the day.
· Communicate out any concerns at the earliest opportunity to allow for corrective actions to be put in place.
· Work Closely with the LR Team / Ing & RM Planners to ensure plans are aligned with raw material availability, in order to fulfil service / allow plan completion / reduce write-offs.
· Check & Challenge accordingly stock levels v projected.
· To monitor customer forecasts and orders as received, and report any significant variances including actual orders v forecast.
· Minimise / manage through OOC finished product with the Account Managers to ensure no downgrades / write-off of finished pack.
· Build and maintain SOP's for the role.
· Look for and drive to Implement CI opportunities.
· Provide cover / support to other Supply Chain roles.
· Support wider business projects and drives (such as Second Nature).
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
· Previous experience of FMCG manufacturing (preferably food related)
· Applies continuous improvement techniques and processes
· Able to operate under pressure and flex with production peaks, ensuring the planning & Operations team are supported and achieve their objectives
· Knowledge of food quality, and Health & Safety standards
· Good communication skills to liaise between different departments
· Computer skills - ideally with Nav knowledge & good Excel skills; construction and interpretation of spreadsheets and accurate data input
· Strong leadership and motivational skills
· Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
· Be able to prioritise, manage deadlines and make decisions Good problem-solving skills and a "Can-do" attitude
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person