3rd Party Production Planner *High-Growth Consumer Brand*

JR United Kingdom; Brighton; Remote; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth consumer brand is seeking a 3rd Party Production Planner to manage production schedules and optimize inventory levels while collaborating with UK and international suppliers. This remote role includes occasional travel and offers a salary up to £45,000, benefits, and a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Bonus

Pension

Product Discount

Qualifications

• Experience in third-party production planning within FMCG environments.
• Skilled with ERP/MRP systems and Excel for analysis.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage production schedules with third-party manufacturers.
• Monitor stock levels and support production readiness.
• Report on supply chain metrics for informed decision-making.

Skills

Production Planning

Inventory Management

Data Analysis

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder Management

Tools

ERP/MRP Systems

Excel

Job description

3rd Party Production Planner — High-Growth Consumer Brand

Location: Remote working — with occasional travel to a North West-based HQ

Salary: Up to £45,000 DOE + Bonus, Pension, Product Discount & More

Our client is a high-growth consumer brand known for its product quality, pace of innovation, and dynamic team culture. As they continue to scale rapidly, they’re looking for a 3rd Party Production Planner to take ownership of production planning and support procurement across a growing product range. Working closely with third-party manufacturers and suppliers in the UK and abroad, this role is essential to ensuring seamless operations, efficient purchasing, and optimal inventory levels. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in a values-led, fast-paced business that’s investing in its people, systems, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production Planning

• Manage end-to-end production schedules with third-party manufacturers
• Monitor performance, resolve delays, and ensure delivery aligns with forecasted needs
• Raise accurate POs in line with production requirements and pre-negotiated contracts
• Track deliveries and maintain clear documentation (including PODs)
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while supporting sustainability goals

Inventory & Forecasting

• Monitor stock levels across the supply chain to support production readiness
• Collaborate with internal teams on demand planning and forecast accuracy
• Identify and implement process improvements
• Support the rollout of new ERP/MRP systems to drive efficiency and traceability

Reporting & KPIs

• Report on key supply chain metrics including on-time delivery, inventory accuracy, and supplier performance
• Provide actionable insights to support data-led decision-making

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in third-party production planning within a fast-paced FMCG environment
• Confident managing UK and international manufacturers and suppliers
• Skilled in ERP/MRP systems and Excel for planning, analysis, and reporting
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Highly organised, analytical, and solutions-oriented
• Experience with system or process implementation is a plus

Interview Process

1. Stage 1: Line manager & team interview focusing on technical skills and role-specific competencies
2. Stage 2: Culture and values interview to assess alignment with the team and company mission

People are at the heart of everything we do. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process where everyone can be their authentic self.

While we would love to reply to all applicants, due to high volumes, if you don’t hear back within 14 days, the role may no longer be progressing. But don’t worry — more opportunities are on the horizon! Follow us at Mackenzie Jones Recruitment to stay in the loop.