1. Join a leading FMCG Manufacturing Business
2. Opportunity to drive improvement in planning function
About Our Client
This opportunity is with a successful business in the FMCG sector
Job Description
3. Manage a small team in the development and delivery of production planning schedules to meet operational goals
4. Coordinate with procurement and supply chain teams to ensure timely availability of resources.
5. Monitor production work flows and identify potential bottlenecks.
6. Collaborate with internal departments and suppliers to align production plans with project requirements.
7. Attend daily S&OP meetings
8. Generate reports and analyse data to support decision-making processes.
9. Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards in all planning activities.
10. Proactively address issues that may impact production time lines.
11. Support continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement and supply chain function.
The Successful Applicant
A successful Production Planner should have:
12. Experience as a team leader/manager in a production planning environment
13. Proficiency in using planning and scheduling software tools.
14. Strong analytic and problem-solving abilities.
15. Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
16. Attention to detail and a commitment to meeting deadlines.
17. Understanding of procurement and supply chain processes.
What's on Offer
18. A competitive salary
19. Excellent benefits package including pension, life assurance, private health care
20. Supportive company culture focused on operational efficiency and excellence.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Production Planner we encourage you to apply today!