Lead Planner
Competitive Salary
Monday - Friday / Days
Wrexham
Our client based in the Wrexham area is currently looking for a Lead Planner to join their team on a permanent basis. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager you will be responsible for the management of a team of supply planners with responsibility for all site-based production planning and raw materials management.
Performance Objectives
* Provide leadership and direction in Production Planning and Scheduling to support the site in meeting its objectives.
* Operate as the lead point of contact for Planning to internal Stakeholders and suppliers.
* Identify and implement improvement opportunities to the existing planning processes to drive efficiency.
* Partner with manufacturing teams to develop plans that ensure machine efficiency and availability, whilst delivering on time in full to our customers.
* Manage finished goods and raw material inventory levels and ensure adherence to target KPIs.
* Play a lead part in NPD work streams, bringing the voice of supply chain and ensuring successful delivery.
* Responsible for all short-term production scheduling and materials resource planning; successfully meeting customer demand whilst managing operational and capacity constraints.
Person Specification
* Proven track record of overseeing a planning function and managing a team.
* Excellent attention to detail without losing the bigger picture.
* Solid understanding of end-to-end supply chain operational processes.
* Self-starter, independent and dynamic.
* Strong communicator across all levels of the business.
* Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills – and able to understand and interpret data.
* Excellent IT Skills and SAP experience.
* Degree qualified or overseas equivalent is preferable.
* FMCG background would be preferable.
Benefits
* 25 days plus bank holidays.
* Personal Pension Scheme
* Private Medical Scheme
* Cycle to Work
To apply please call gap personnel Wrexham branch on 01978 366666 alternatively, send your CV to rebecca.brown@gap-personnel.com
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