FMCG Site Scheduling & Planning Lead

Refresco Drinks Uk Ltd; Bath; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

28 days annual leave plus bank holida­

Life assurance

24/7 virtual GP access

Free eye-care vouchers

Employee referral scheme

Job summary

Refresco is seeking a Site Scheduling & Planning Manager at our Bridgwater site. You will lead a team of four, align production plans with demand, and work with the Central Supply Team to optimise capacity, inventory and service levels.

The role requires strong planning and leadership skills, with experience in manufacturing and ERP systems. A proactive approach to improve forecasting, scheduling and cross-functional collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Planning or Scheduling Manager role within a manufacturing environment, ideally FMCG.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to engage multiple teams.
• Good knowledge of ERP/SAP systems and inventory control processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Scheduling & Planning team, developing production schedules that balance demand, capacity and inventory.
• Manage finished goods inventory, raw materials and packaging availability to ensure efficient production and service levels.
• Drive waste reduction and planning efficiency through forecasting improvements and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate site downtime planning, new product launches and product changes, communicating risks and impacts clearly.
• Identify and escalate supply and service risks with cross-functional stakeholders.

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

ERP/SAP

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Inventory management

Tools

SAP

Job description

Refresco is seeking a Site Scheduling & Planning Manager at our Bridgwater site. You will lead a team of four, align production plans with demand, and work with the Central Supply Team to optimise capacity, inventory and service levels.

The role requires strong planning and leadership skills, with experience in manufacturing and ERP systems. A proactive approach to improve forecasting, scheduling and cross-functional collaboration is essential.