The role of Production Planner involves managing production schedules to ensure optimal efficiency and timely delivery in a fast-paced FMCG environment. This permanent position is ideal for someone with a background in procurement and supply chain planning. Client Details This opportunity is with a medium-sized organisation operating within the FMCG industry. The company focuses on delivering high-quality products while maintaining efficient supply chain and procurement operations. Description * Generate on a planning system both daily production plans as well as provisional plans to agreed timelines ensuring at all times, they are presented in line with appropriate machinery availability and according to agreed run rates * Continuous evaluation of forward forecasts to ensure all products are delivered on time in full, and in line with business standard expectations. * Liaise with the Commercial team to determine customer requirements ensuring that all volume peaks and troughs are planned accordingly. * Ensure promotions and product changes/launches are pre planned and communicated accordingly. * Liaise with internal stakeholders, including Maintenance and Prep teams to ensure all materials, and machinery will be available when required. * Troubleshoot problems that occur during the planning process, find solutions for these tasks with the support of team members and other areas of the business as required. * Attend da...