* My client is a leading UK-based FMCG manufacturer (hybrid working)
* A fast-paced role - consistently striving to optimise customer experience
About Our Client
My client is a leading UK-based FMCG manufacturer, supplying high-quality ingredients to a range of industries while championing sustainability and innovation. With a strong focus on operational excellence, career development, and employee well-being, they offer an exciting environment for ambitious individuals to grow and make a real impact.
Job Description
My FMCG manufacturing client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Planning and Inventory Manager to support operations at their site nr Bury St Edmunds.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced role, consistently striving to optimise customer experience by achieving exceptional product availability.
* Achieving a product availability target of 99.5%
* Issuing a weekly production plan and daily schedule for site
* Owning the site's weekly exception and adherence reporting to support plan execution
* Supporting the maintenance of BOMs
* Driving issues to resolution within the week or period (addressing exceptions to the S&OP plan)
* Managing silos and silo differentials
* Tracking and analysing key site measures, and challenging performance based on these KPIs
* Providing clear and concise information to the site leadership team to drive action and improvement
* Managing relationships with key stakeholders and collaborating with supporting functions, e.g., procurement, finance, and customer service
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Leading the capacity review process, including: r un rate sign-off, available hours and labour, and gaining commitment to forward volumes
The Successful Applicant
Experience & Skills
* Experienced in production and material planning, inventory management and replenishment - gained within a complex FMCG manufacturing environment
* Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Knowledge and understanding of the S&OP process
Motivation
* Reliable and works on own initiative, in line with operating practices, to deliver accurate work on time
* Continuously strives for improvement and takes pride in delivering high-quality work
* A strong team player who actively encourages and supports others
* Demonstrates a high level of customer service consistently
Personal Effectiveness
* Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
* Quickly builds confident working relationships and establishes credibility with stakeholders
* Well-organised with the ability to effectively manage and prioritise workload
* Strong influencing skills, able to manage objections with sound justification while maintaining credibility
* Demonstrates effective time management, planning, and workload ownership
* Capable of working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines
Decision Making
* Applies sound business rationale and judgement when making decisions
* Able to understand customer requirements and manage expectations effectively
What's on Offer
The successful candidate for this Planning and Inventory Manager will be offered up to £60,000 plus package.
This role offers hybrid working - c. 2-3 days pw on-site.
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