Planning and Logistics Manager

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent family business specializes in gluten-free oats and products, seeking a Planning and Logistics Manager. The successful candidate will manage production schedules and logistics, ensuring timely deliveries and customer satisfaction. The position requires effective communication, planning skills, and experience with Sage 200.

Qualifications

• Experience with Sage 200 is crucial.
• Ability to analyze data effectively.
• Knowledge of BRC standards and requirements.
• Must meet KPIs such as OTIF and production timeliness.

Responsibilities

• Plan orders into the production schedule to meet delivery deadlines.
• Coordinate with local and international logistics providers.
• Manage relationships with logistics companies for customer satisfaction.

Skills

Sage 200

Data analysis

Knowledge of BRC standards

KPI management

Job description

Job Title: Planning and Logistics Manager

Report To: Senior Operations Manager

Location: Glebe Farm Foods Ltd., Colchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU Work Permit Required: Yes

Job Description:

You will be responsible for planning orders into the production schedule and managing logistics for pickups and deliveries to ensure timely and complete fulfillment of customer orders. Effective communication and planning are essential to meet delivery deadlines.

Your Responsibilities:

1. Plan all bulk, retail, oat drink orders into the production schedule to meet delivery deadlines.
2. Coordinate with local and international third-party packers and logistics providers to ensure timely delivery of packaging and products.
3. Maintain accurate stock records using Sage 200.
4. Communicate with the Senior Operations Manager and Finance to manage stock levels based on sales forecasts.
5. Coordinate with the Sales Department to align production with sales forecasts.
6. Manage relationships with logistics companies to ensure delivery requirements are met and customer satisfaction is maintained.
7. Investigate and resolve delivery complaints from customers.
8. Ensure all customs documentation is accurate for export deliveries.
9. Perform any other tasks reasonably required by the business.

Skills and Experience:

• Experience with Sage 200.
• Ability to analyze data effectively.
• Knowledge of BRC standards and requirements.
• Ability to meet KPIs such as On Time In Full (OTIF), Warehouse GMP Audit, and production timeliness.

Personal Attributes:

• Self-motivated with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

About Us:

We are an independent family business based in Cambridgeshire, specializing in gluten-free oats and products under the brand PureOaty. We handle every step from growing to processing and manufacturing, ensuring quality and transparency. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity in our hiring practices.