We have a new opportunity for a Production Planner to join our brilliant Supply Chain team at our site based in Middlesbrough! About The Compleat Food Group At The Compleat Food Group, were proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, were on a mission to createFood to Feel Good - great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat. Were home to some of the UKs most exciting and loved food brands, includingWalls Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, andHarvey & Brockless. Alongside our branded portfolio, were a leading supplier of delicious own-label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added-value egg products, continental meats, dips and sauces and plant-based food to the UKs major retailers, as well as across foodservice. Withover 6,000 talented colleagues across 17 sites, and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, were united by a shared ambition to shape the future of food for the better. We are backed by European private equity firm PAI Partners. Location: Middlesbrough Hours: 4on 4off: 5am - 5pm Salary: £30,000 per annum Purpose: We are looking for a Production Planner to manage and optimise production schedules, inventory levels, and supply chains, ensuring efficient, on-time manufacturing and smooth workflow across the site. Main Duties: Production plan management - ensure schedules consider capacity, outload times, material & equipment availability, efficiency, and labour requirements. Discussion with stakeholders daily. Create seasonal freeze plans to maintain service level during peak periods. Through collaborative working with purchasing, ensure they are aware of order fluctuations allowing them to review stocks and address accordingly Daily sleeve requirements Perishable & fresh raw materials forecasting Purchase orders & call off for daily fresh & longer lead time items Actively analyse potential stock issues eliminating shortages and/or waste Communicate clearly any potential shortages to the site ahead of time after exploring all options to eliminate Daily KPis - Populate and play an active part in discussing the outputs in the meeting (Service Level / Plan attainment & Christmas plans) Sales v Forecast analysis, communicating findings to the team, purchasing and commercial, taking relevant actions in your day to day planning Maintain & evolve planning systems & tools Have the ability to update planning systems with new products, recipe changes and/or run rates based on efficiency analysis Have the ability to step in and cover for the other site in times of need Skills & Competencies: Experience: Previous experience in Production Planning ideally in chilled food manufacturing FMCG background Key Skills: Proficient in Excel & ERP systems Analytical & attentative to detail Problem solving & organisational skills Excellent communication skills Understands key performance metrics to drive improvement Time management Why Join Us? At The Compleat Food Group, we believe our people are the heart of our success. Thats why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and career growth: Financial & Lifestyle Benefits: Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension Annual leave with an option to purchase extra days Holiday Discounts via our online retail platform Access to enhanced retail discounts online and in-store Free product handouts across our sites, so you can sample and enjoy our delicious products first hand EV charging points - available at selected sites Health & Wellbeing: 24/7 access to Grocery Aid for free financial, emotional, and practical support Physical Wellbeing Hub - free on-demand exercise classes, gym discounts Free diet & nutrition advice with access to thousands of healthy recipes Online wellbeing support - from mindfulness to lifestyle resources Financial wellbeing tools - including mortgage calculators, budgeting tools, and financial aid Career Growth & Development: Access to a personalised online learning platform (LMS) Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your role Performance Development Plans and regular Career Conversations Company Mentoring Scheme to add depth and really support your career journey Recognition through Club Compleat rewards Community & Culture: 2 paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes that matter to you Charity initiatives and fundraising events Team socials to connect and celebrate together Employee networks & support groups - including Women @ Compleat New baby gift for new parents The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace. We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunitys employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed. Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process. Recruitment Agencies: We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team. If you would be interested in working with us please contact us directlyand should we have any roles we need additional support with we will reach out to you. REF-227 580