Production Planner
Cambridge
Days
£35,000
***Additional Hours If Required***
We are looking for a motivated Production Planner to join a well-established food manufacturing business with over 100 years of heritage. Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain and Operations Manager, and working alongside the Senior Planner, you will play a key role in coordinating production schedules, managing stock movements, and ensuring the smooth flow of materials and finished goods throughout the operation.
This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional looking to develop their career within a growing organisation that is committed to continuous improvement, employee development, and operational excellence.
Role Description:
Develop and maintain medium-term production plans to meet customer and operational requirements
Manage production and stock transactions through the ERP system (JDE)
Coordinate third-party production, processing, and logistics activities where required
Create and maintain Bills of Materials within company systems
Plan and order packaging materials and pallets to support production schedules
Organise transport and delivery requirements as needed
Complete planning administration, including delivery documentation and reporting
Communicate production schedules and changes effectively across supply chain teams and customers
Perform toll milling and bran processing calculations
Monitor and report on production KPIs, contributing towards OEE and operational performance targets
Provide planning support and cover for Production and Logistics Planning activities when required
Skills & Qualifications:
Previous experience within a planning, scheduling, or production planning environment
Strong communication, coordination, and organisational skills
Experience working with third-party logistics providers
ERP system experience, with JDE experience advantageous
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
Ability to analyse data and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proactive approach with strong attention to detail
In Return:
Competitive salary
22 days holiday, increasing annually to 25 days, plus Bank Holidays
Pension scheme
Life Assurance
Cycle to Work Scheme
Free on-site parking
Opportunity to join an Investors in People accredited business focused on employee development and continuous improvement
If you are an organised and driven planning professional looking for your next challenge within a secure and growing manufacturing environment, please apply with your CV for immediate consideration