We're Hiring: Senior Supply Chain Planner
Location:
Nantwich, Cheshire
Salary:
Circa £45k DOE
At
Joseph Heler Cheese
, we are more than just cheesemakers, we are a proud, mission-driven organisation crafting award winning British cheeses with expertise, passion, and tradition.
We're now looking for a
Senior Supply Chain Planner
to join our growing operations team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of supply chain functions and play a pivotal role in ensuring smooth, efficient, and cost-effective production.
If you're experienced in food manufacturing, thrive in fast-paced environments, and want to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you
What You'll Do:
* Lead production planning, aligning schedules with sales forecasts and customer demand.
* Ensure material availability and inventory accuracy through ERP systems.
* Optimise resource allocation across labour, materials, and machinery.
* Collaborate closely with procurement, engineering, quality, and logistics.
* Drive continuous improvement and support our
Zero Waste Initiative
.
* Manage people-related responsibilities including team development, payroll, and agency staffing.
* Monitor production progress, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions.
What We're Looking For:
* Proven experience in
supply chain planning/production scheduling
.
* Food manufacturing experience (essential).
* Strong ERP and inventory management knowledge.
* Analytical, problem-solving mindset.
* Effective cross-functional collaborator and leader.
* Passionate about
developing and supporting teams
.
* Detail-oriented with a drive for continuous improvement.
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Life insurance
* Free on-site parking
Location:
Nantwich, CW5 7PE – candidates should be able to commute or relocate before starting.
Job Type:
Full-time, Permanent
Ready to take the next step in your supply chain career? Apply today