Overview
At Joseph Heler Cheese, we are a mission-driven organisation crafting award-winning British cheeses with expertise, passion, and tradition. We’re looking for a Senior Supply Chain Planner to join our growing operations team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of supply chain functions and play a pivotal role in ensuring smooth, efficient, and cost-effective production. If you’re experienced in food manufacturing, thrive in fast-paced environments, and want to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you!
What You’ll Do
* Lead production planning, aligning schedules with sales forecasts and customer demand.
* Ensure material availability and inventory accuracy through ERP systems.
* Optimise resource allocation across labour, materials, and machinery.
* Collaborate closely with procurement, engineering, quality, and logistics.
* Drive continuous improvement and support our Zero Waste Initiative.
* Manage people-related responsibilities including team development, payroll, and agency staffing.
* Monitor production progress, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions.
Requirements
* Food manufacturing experience (essential).
* Strong ERP and inventory management knowledge.
* Analytical, problem-solving mindset.
* Effective cross-functional collaborator and leader.
* Passionate about developing and supporting teams.
* Detail-oriented with a drive for continuous improvement.
Location
Nantwich, CW5 7PE – candidates should be able to commute or relocate before starting.
Job Type
Full-time, Permanent
Benefits
* Company pension
* Life insurance
* Free on-site parking
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