FMCG Planning Manager — 18-Month rolling Plan & S&OP

Start People Ltd; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Blackburn is seeking a Planning Manager on an 18-month fixed term contract at a starting salary from £40,000 per annum. The role involves managing the Planning Team to maintain high service levels while optimizing planning processes. Key responsibilities include scheduling materials, providing production plans, and preparing Supply Reviews for operational oversight. The ideal candidate will have FMCG experience and strong planning, interpersonal, and people-management skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in an FMCG environment is essential.
• People-management experience with an inclusive style is required.
• Strong ownership and results-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage the material scheduling function for production.
• Provide a rolling 18‑month production plan.
• Prepare and present Supply Review in Sales and Operations Planning.

Skills

Planning and presenting skills (Excel, PowerPoint)

Interpersonal skills

Ability to drive change

Team player

Initiative

Education

Graduate qualification

Job description

A leading manufacturing company in Blackburn is seeking a Planning Manager on an 18-month fixed term contract at a starting salary from £40,000 per annum. The role involves managing the Planning Team to maintain high service levels while optimizing planning processes. Key responsibilities include scheduling materials, providing production plans, and preparing Supply Reviews for operational oversight. The ideal candidate will have FMCG experience and strong planning, interpersonal, and people-management skills.