Scheduler / Planner - Logistics The Scheduler / Planner role coordinates and expedites the flow of work and materials within or between Departments according to daily and weekly production schedules. Duties include reviewing and distributing production and shipment schedules; conferring with department supervisors to determine progress of work and completion dates; inventory levels, resolving stock variances and problem solving Job Summary: Customer / Supplier interface Receipt & Processing of Customer Schedules Issue of Supplier Schedules / Call Offs Creates Production schedule and prioritizes job-orders for production optimization. Maintains the production schedule and other reports as required. Progress daily production requirements to achieve Customer expectation Analyze and prepare documents needed for production. Issue & Control of labels Complete status reports for production progress. Prepare Customer Shipping Plans Interacts with shop floor management daily to resolve issues regarding manufacturing concerns Support stock control / accuracy requirements May be asked to perform other duties at a lower level or higher level of proficiency. Essential skills / experience One years’ experience in a manufacturing environment preferred. Understanding of Microsoft Office products; strong Excel and computer skills. Good organizational and communication skills. Detail-oriented, ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks with strict deadlines. Good customer service/phone skills and flexibility for handling a wide range of activities. Using logic and reasoning to identify solutions to problems. Demonstrate personal time management skills. Full training and development program will be provided for the right candidate demonstrating a strong desire and a can-do attitude. Package 25 days holiday (mostly fixed with plant shutdowns) 8 Bank holidays. 37.5-hour week working Monday to Friday. Competitive salary Paid Overtime (up to 1.5 hours compulsory overtime per day depending on business need) as agreed by the Logistics Manager. Zero Hour contract Workwear provided. Free parking Training & Development plan. Potential for advancement in the Company. Working a day shift pattern rota. DAYS – 07:00am – 15:30pm – Monday to Thursday 07:00am – 14:30pm – Friday