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

Mackenzie Jones; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading high-growth consumer brand seeks a 3rd Party Production Planner to manage production planning and support procurement across a growing product range. This remote role requires strong supplier relationships, effective inventory management, and collaboration with third-party manufacturers to ensure seamless operations.

Benefits

Bonus

Pension

Product Discount

Qualifications

• Proven experience in third-party production planning within a fast-paced FMCG environment.
• Confident managing UK and international manufacturers and suppliers.
• Highly organised, analytical, and solutions-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end production schedules with third-party manufacturers.
• Monitor performance, resolve delays, and ensure delivery aligns with forecasted needs.
• Collaborate with internal teams on demand planning and forecast accuracy.

Skills

Production planning

Stakeholder management

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Excel

Job description

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

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

This range is provided by Mackenzie Jones. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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Connecting high performing talent with expanding FMCG organisations.FMCG I Supply Chain I Procurement I Operations

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

• 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
• 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

Stage 1: Line manager & team interview focusing on technical skills and role-specific competencies

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Production and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, and Personal Care Product Manufacturing

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