Job Description
Production Scheduling Planner
Location: Slough | Salary: £36,700-£41,300 dependent on experience | Hours: 37.5 | Contract: Fixed term - 12 Months
Here at Mars, we have an exciting opportunity for a Production Scheduling Planner to join our team! The Production Scheduling Planner works as part of a dynamic team to manage overall stock levels, optimize line utilization to maximize output, ensure consistent performance of production lines, and fulfill customer orders. This includes managing physical stock levels, conversion operations, and packaging elements.
What are we looking for?
* Supply Chain experience in operational manufacturing, including inventory management or materials planning roles
* Experience in measuring and making decisions based on performance metrics such as Volume Compliance, Schedule Adherence, Efficiency/TRS, OTIF, CFR, CSL, DIOH, SFA, BIAS
* Project Management experience
* Knowledge of planning systems
* Excellent communication and customer service skills
* Experience with SAP, Mapp, or other supply planning applications (desirable)
* FMCG experience (desirable)
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure adequate stock levels in different formats to fulfill customer orders
* Build and maintain strong customer relationships, solve inventory issues, and provide analytical data and information
* Manage inventory reporting and track performance KPIs, identifying improvement opportunities
What can you expect from Mars?
* Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates guided by The Five Principles
* Join a purpose-driven company committed to building a better tomorrow
* Access to top-tier learning and development, including Mars University
* Competitive salary and benefits, including bonuses
About Mars
Mars is a family-owned business with over $35 billion in global sales. We produce beloved brands like M&M's, SNICKERS, TWIX, and more, and care for pets through various health and nutrition businesses. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in over 80 countries.
The Mars Five Principles — Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom — drive our daily actions. Mars is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any protected characteristic. Assistance during the application process is available upon request.
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