Planning Administrator - Nights

2 Sisters Food Group; Tetford; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food industry is seeking a Planning Administrator for night shifts in Thetford. This role includes managing planning data and supporting the planning team with administrative tasks, aiming for high levels of data accuracy and operational responsiveness. Ideal candidates will have strong planning skills and experience with SAP, along with a commitment to teamwork and effective communication. Enhanced employee benefits include substantial discounts and development opportunities.

Benefits

Company Bus Service from Norwich, Attleborough, Wymondham and Thetford Centre

Exclusive employee discount of up to 60%

50% off total bill in group restaurants

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free onsite parking

Hot food available on site

Employee of the Month awards

Development opportunities available for promotion

In-house training

Qualifications

• Experience with SAP/Fops is advantageous.
• Good communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• Able to work unsupervised and demonstrate planning abilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update Supply Chain and Planning trackers.
• Analyze forecast and order data with high accuracy.
• Ensure smooth transitions for the daytime planning team.

Skills

Communication

Planning

Organisational skills

Numeracy

Tools

SAP

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Client:

2 Sisters Food Group

Location:

Thetford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

07.07.2025

Expiry Date:

21.08.2025

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Job Description:

The Planning Administrator (Nights) is a vital part of the planning function, providing consistent overnight administrative support to maintain data accuracy, visibility, and continuity across the planning function. Working a 4-on-4-off night shift pattern, the role ensures that key planning systems, trackers, and reports are updated in through the night, enabling a smooth transition into the daytime operation.

This role supports the planning team by managing routine administrative tasks, checking and amending key planning data, and flagging any issues to ensure strong handovers and minimal disruption to the AM team when they walk in at 0600. The Planning Administrator plays an essential role in enabling the wider team to focus on decision-making and operational responsiveness throughout the day.

• This post is working 4on 4off
• The hours of work and shift patterns are: 1800 - 0600
• The rate of pay is: £14.40 + 10% Night shift allowance between 2200 - 0600 (£15.84)

The Planning Administrator (Nights) is a vital part of the planning function, providing consistent overnight administrative support to maintain data accuracy, visibility, and continuity across the planning function. Working a 4-on-4-off night shift pattern, the role ensures that key planning systems, trackers, and reports are updated in through the night, enabling a smooth transition into the daytime operation.

This role supports the planning team by managing routine administrative tasks, checking and amending key planning data, and flagging any issues to ensure strong handovers and minimal disruption to the AM team when they walk in at 0600. The Planning Administrator plays an essential role in enabling the wider team to focus on decision-making and operational responsiveness throughout the day.

• This post is working 4on 4off
• The hours of work and shift patterns are: 1800 - 0600
• The rate of pay is: £14.40 + 10% Night shift allowance between 2200 - 0600 (£15.84)

Main Responsibilities:

• Maintain and update Supply Chain and Planning trackers and dashboards to ensure real-time visibility of key planning data.
• Check, analyze, and transfer forecast and customer order data into the appropriate trackers, sheets, and dashboards with a high level of accuracy.
• Carry out detailed ingredients and packaging usage analysis to identify risks, surpluses, and potential supply issues.
• Conduct Bill of Materials (BOM) analysis to ensure planned requirements align with the actual production schedule.
• Monitor evening and overnight meat deliveries, supporting adjustments and amendments to meat purchase orders (POs) where necessary.
• Maintain accurate stock records for all customers using SOPs, ensuring data integrity across all systems and trackers.
• Ensure a clear, structured, and comprehensive handover is prepared and communicated to the Planning Coordinators and Managers at 06:00 to support a smooth transition into the day shift. Work in close partnership with operations & technical, and to ensure planning of production is adequate and adheres to the priorities set.

Ideal Candidate:

• Ability to clearly communicate.
• Good planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to work unsupervised.
• Team player.
• 2sfg Thetford experience and knowledge of our products.
• Solid level of numeracy
• SAP/Fops experience

Package Description:

• Company Bus Service from Norwich, Attleborough, Wymondham and Thetford Centre
• Exclusive 2 Sisters employee discount - offering savings of up to 60% with brands including Asda, Morrisons, Marks and Spencer and Tesco.
• 50% off your total bill in all of our group restaurant brands
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Hot food available on site plus free hot drinks
• Employee of the Month awards
• Fantastic development opportunities available for promotion and career development
• In-house training