Who are we, and what do we do? You may not have heard of us, but there’s a good chance you’ve enjoyed our products. Avara Foods is one of the UK’s leading food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to the country’s major supermarkets and well-known restaurants. We own and manage our entire supply chain, from farms to factory and all the way to the customer door – meaning we have careers that cover a whole range of functions. We have major processing sites across England and Wales, and an agricultural network of over 350 farms, spanning from North Yorkshire to the South Coast and Wales. The Benefits of Working for Avara Foods As a Planning Coordinator, you will enjoy a secure, supportive, and progressive working environment where your contribution and achievements will be recognised and rewarded. Benefits include: £30,000 – £37,000 per annum 31 days holiday allowance 6% pension Life assurance Lifestyle benefits including cashback perks, retail discounts and discounted cinema tickets Wellbeing resources including free online health advice and assessments Free staff parking About the Role Avara Foods is looking for a highly competent and motivated Planning Coordinator to join our Field Services Team, based at Tram Inn Mill. Salary: £30,000 – £37,000 per annum DOE Hours of work: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:30 As a Planning Coordinator, you will be responsible for the planning and coordination of daily feed production upon receipt of feed orders. What will you be doing as a Planning Coordinator at Avara? You will: Be responsible for daily feed planning and DSL system programme entries to ensure efficient mill utilisation Liaise with the raw materials team, mill production staff and weighbridge operations to ensure efficient production and dispatch of feed Identify and escalate issues to the Mill Management team Monitor and uphold feed segregation protocols to ensure compliance at all times Liaise with farms regarding order changes and delivery alterations Monitor production shift reports and implement programme adjustments to offset mill efficiency issues Assess delivery schedules, failed or delayed orders, and adjust programmes accordingly Collect, administer and dispatch scheduled raw material and finished feed samples Ensure Health & Safety policies and SOPs are adhered to at all times Ensure food safety, integrity, legality and quality standards are maintained Ensure biosecurity processes are followed to protect bird welfare Maintain agreed SLA standards where appropriate What you’ll need to be successful Essential: Strong computer systems knowledge Desirable: Experience in agriculture/feed mill environments Production planning experience Production process knowledge DSL software competency Weighbridge and transport operations knowledge Personal Attributes: High attention to detail Decisive thinker Ability to analyse data and make fact-based decisions Strong communication skills What happens after you apply? After applying, you will be contacted by a Resourcing Officer from our Hereford site to discuss your application and CV. You will also have the opportunity to ask any questions about the role. If you’re ready to work in a dynamic environment alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results, apply today. Due to Bird Welfare, it is essential that you do not own any Avian Pets, Poultry or Porcine. We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer. INDHP TheAvaraWay Benefits