Company & Location
JR UK – VickerStock. Location: Castlewellan, County Down, United Kingdom.
Job Summary
Data Analyst / Production Planner responsible for production scheduling, stock planning, reporting, and operational analysis to achieve customer demand efficiently and cost‑effectively in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
Benefits
* Salary £35-40k depending on experience
* Opportunity to join a growing and successful business
* Career progression opportunities
* Supportive and collaborative working environment
* Exposure to continuous improvement and operational strategy projects
Responsibilities
* Creating and managing daily and weekly production schedules
* Analyzing production and operational data to support business decisions
* Monitoring stock levels and coordinating material requirements
* Working closely with production, warehouse, procurement, and commercial teams
* Producing KPI reports relating to efficiency, waste, downtime, and service levels
* Supporting forecasting and demand planning activities
* Identifying opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiencies
* Maintaining accuracy across planning systems and reporting tools
* Assisting with continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing operation
Qualifications
* Previous experience within production planning, supply chain, operations or data analysis
* Strong analytical and problem‑solving capability
* Advanced Excel skills
* Experience working with ERP/MRP systems
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
* Excellent communication skills across operational teams
* Experience within food manufacturing or FMCG would be advantageous
* Experience using Power BI or similar reporting tools desirable
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