Inventory Planner

2 Sisters Food Group; Mid Devon; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount platform

Employee Assistance Programme

On-site canteen

Free parking

Training and development

Overtime at premium rate

Job summary

2 Sisters Food Group is seeking an Inventory Planner to manage stock, place orders, and reconcile invoices in a fast-paced production environment. You will work across departments to prevent supply gaps, analyse reports, and ensure products meet customer specifications. Full training and ongoing development are provided.

You will join a diverse team committed to quality and efficiency, with on-site support and opportunities to advance within the company.

Qualifications

• High attention to detail and accuracy in stock handling.
• Strong English reading and writing skills.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Clear communication with internal stakeholders.
• Proactive attitude and problem-solving mindset.
• Basic to intermediate Excel skills for reporting and tracking.
• GCSE level education or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Place orders for direct and indirect commodities and book in stock.
• Reconcile invoices and ensure accurate records.
• Collaborate with departments to prevent supply gaps.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to optimise supply.
• Analyse reports to drive improvements and root-cause analysis.

Skills

Attention to detail

English (reading/writing)

Adaptable to change

Effective communication

Positive can-do attitude

Continuous improvement mindset

GCSE grade C or above

Education

GCSE grade C or above

Tools

Excel

Job description

Company Description

Providing the nation with some of the finest food in Britain since 1993, 2 Sisters Food Group has grown to become one of the major food manufacturing companies in Europe. With more than 15,000 colleagues who represent up to 26 different nationalities, we are proud to be counted amongst the nation's key workers with our relentless work helping to feed Great Britain.

Job Description

Your Main responsibilities as an Inventory Planner are the following:

• Placing orders on direct/indirect commodities


• booking in stock


• Reconciling Invoices


• Working with other departments to ensure no gap in supply


• Working with internal/external stakeholders


• Analyse Reports

Product quality is everyone’s responsibility, and the highest standards of quality must be maintained throughout all stages of the manufacturing process.

In your specific role this includes carrying out tasks in line with documented procedures and ensuring the products that we produce meet customer specifications.

You will consistently refer to the relevant customer specification sheets to ensure that the portions / products that are being packed are in accordance with the agreed weight and size parameters and that there are no visible quality issues with the product e.g. excessive bruising, poor cutting standards, bone fragments, or excess fat

You are responsible for identifying and reporting any product defects or deviations to specifications and removing those products from the line. This should also include a root cause analysis to help identify what caused the quality issue. You will also coach others to ensure they fully understand and adhere to the relevant customer specification sheets

Qualifications

As an Inventory Planner, you will have a passion for delivering high standards within your job role. You will be prepared to learn and work well in a busy, fast paced environment. You'll need:

• Excellent attention to detail


• Good level of English both Reading and writing


• Adaptable to change


• Effective communication


• Positive \"can do\" attitude


• Continuous improvement mentality


• GCSE grade C or above


• Experience using EXCEL is essential

Full training will be provided.

Additional Information

• Immediate starts within a few days


• Exclusive 2 Sisters employee discount platform available via an app offering savings of up to 60% with brands including Asda, Morrisons, M\&S and Tesco


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Wellbeing and occupational health support on site


• £150 refer a friend scheme


• Fantastic development opportunities available for promotion and career development


• In-house training that includes L2 and L1 Health and Safety Certification


• Opportunities for overtime at a premium rate


• Canteen with hot, affordable food


• Trade Union


• Free Off Street parking


• Employee of the month rewards


• Seasonal Events

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