Planning And Inventory Manager

Michael Page (UK); Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative FMCG manufacturer is seeking a Planning and Inventory Manager to enhance product availability and optimize customer experience. This dynamic role involves managing production schedules, collaborating with key stakeholders, and driving operational excellence. The company values sustainability and employee development, providing a supportive environment for personal growth. If you're a proactive professional with a passion for improvement and high-quality work, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced industry.

Qualifications

• Experienced in FMCG manufacturing environment with strong planning skills.
• Proficient in advanced Excel and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Achieving product availability target of 99.5% and managing production plans.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to drive improvements and resolve issues.

Skills

Production and Material Planning

Inventory Management

Replenishment

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Communication Skills

S&OP Process Knowledge

Job description

• My client is a leading UK-based FMCG manufacturer (hybrid working)
• A fast-paced role - consistently striving to optimise customer experience

About Our Client

My client is a leading UK-based FMCG manufacturer, supplying high-quality ingredients to a range of industries while championing sustainability and innovation. With a strong focus on operational excellence, career development, and employee well-being, they offer an exciting environment for ambitious individuals to grow and make a real impact.

Job Description

My FMCG manufacturing client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Planning and Inventory Manager to support operations at their site nr Bury St Edmunds.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced role, consistently striving to optimise customer experience by achieving exceptional product availability.

• Achieving a product availability target of 99.5%
• Issuing a weekly production plan and daily schedule for site
• Owning the site's weekly exception and adherence reporting to support plan execution
• Supporting the maintenance of BOMs
• Driving issues to resolution within the week or period (addressing exceptions to the S&OP plan)
• Managing silos and silo differentials
• Tracking and analysing key site measures, and challenging performance based on these KPIs
• Providing clear and concise information to the site leadership team to drive action and improvement
• Managing relationships with key stakeholders and collaborating with supporting functions, e.g., procurement, finance, and customer service
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  Leading the capacity review process, including: r un rate sign-off, available hours and labour, and gaining commitment to forward volumes

The Successful Applicant

Experience & Skills

• Experienced in production and material planning, inventory management and replenishment - gained within a complex FMCG manufacturing environment
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge and understanding of the S&OP process

Motivation

• Reliable and works on own initiative, in line with operating practices, to deliver accurate work on time
• Continuously strives for improvement and takes pride in delivering high-quality work
• A strong team player who actively encourages and supports others
• Demonstrates a high level of customer service consistently

Personal Effectiveness

• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Quickly builds confident working relationships and establishes credibility with stakeholders
• Well-organised with the ability to effectively manage and prioritise workload
• Strong influencing skills, able to manage objections with sound justification while maintaining credibility
• Demonstrates effective time management, planning, and workload ownership
• Capable of working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines

Decision Making

• Applies sound business rationale and judgement when making decisions
• Able to understand customer requirements and manage expectations effectively

What's on Offer

The successful candidate for this Planning and Inventory Manager will be offered up to £60,000 plus package.

This role offers hybrid working - c. 2-3 days pw on-site.