Planning and Logistics Manager

JR United Kingdom; Norwich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in gluten-free oat processing is looking for a production planner to manage order logistics and ensure timely delivery. The role involves effective communication with logistics partners, maintaining stock levels, and achieving key performance indicators. Ideal candidates should have experience with Sage 200 and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with Sage 200 is essential.
• Proven ability to analyze data effectively.
• Knowledge of BRC requirements and standards needed.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all orders are included in the production plan for timely delivery.
• Liaise with 3rd Party packers for logistics and delivery.
• Maintain accurate stock levels on SAGE 200.

Skills

Data Analysis

Sage 200

Knowledge of BRC Standards

Key Performance Indicators (KPI) Achievement

Job description

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You will be responsible for ensuring that orders are planned into the bulk/retail/oat/drink production plan. Ensure that the logistics of all pickups/deliveries of customer orders are undertaken on time and in full through effective communication and planning.

Your responsibilities

Key aspects of the role include:

1. Ensure that all bulk/retail/oat drink orders are incorporated into the production plan to meet customer delivery dates on time and in full.
2. Liaise with local and international 3rd Party packers, including logistics, to ensure timely and complete delivery of drinks packaging.
3. Maintain accurate and up-to-date stock levels on SAGE 200.
4. Communicate effectively with the senior Operations Manager and Finance to maintain suitable stock levels based on sales forecasts.
5. Coordinate with the Sales Department to maintain accurate sales forecasts.
6. Manage relationships with logistics companies to ensure all delivery requirements are met, guaranteeing customers receive deliveries on time and in full.
7. Investigate delivery complaints raised by customers.
8. Ensure all customs documentation is correct for export deliveries.
9. Perform any other tasks reasonably required by the business.

Skills and experience

This role requires the following technical skills and experience:

• Experience working with Sage 200.
• Ability to analyze data effectively.
• Knowledge of BRC requirements and standards.
• Achieve Key Performance Indicators such as Order in Time in Full (Daily KPI), Warehouse GMP Audit (Weekly KPI), and Orders produced in time and in full against the plan (Daily KPI).

This role requires the following personal attributes:

• Self-motivated with a ‘can-do’ attitude.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Who we are?

We are an independent business led by sister and brother team, Rebecca and Philip Rayner, on our family farm in Cambridgeshire. We are the only farm in the UK growing and processing gluten-free oats into porridge flakes, oat flour, and our delicious gluten-free oat drink, PureOaty. Being involved in every step from growing to milling and manufacturing, we ensure quality and transparency in our products. We are the premier supplier of gluten-free oats throughout Europe, serving customers and manufacturers worldwide.

Glebe Farm Foods Ltd. is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and walks of life. For accessibility requirements or further inquiries, please contact us at [emailprotected].