Planning and Stock Coordinator

Morepeople 01780; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A fresh produce business is seeking a Planning & Stock Coordinator in Kent. This role involves managing production plans and stock accuracy while collaborating with various teams. The ideal candidate should have experience in a similar environment and strong communication skills. The position offers a salary between £35,000 and £40,000, along with additional benefits including 23 days holiday and flexible working conditions.

Benefits

23 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

High visibility within the business

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Experience in a Fresh Produce, FMCG or Chilled Food Manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage time-sensitive demands.
• Comfortable with ERP systems and confident making data-led decisions.
• Commercial awareness and a solutions-focused mindset.
• The ability to work cross-functionally in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Building and managing daily production plans aligned with customer orders and factory capacity.
• Supporting medium and long-term planning strategies.
• Acting as a key point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders.
• Driving stock accuracy through ERP systems.
• Collaborating with Packhouse, Warehouse, Commercial, and Technical teams.
• Using KPIs to identify areas for improvement and increase efficiency.
• Providing 1-in-3 weekend cover.

Skills

Experience in a Fresh Produce or FMCG environment

Strong communication skills

Comfortable with ERP systems

Commercial awareness

Ability to work cross-functionally

Job description

Planning & Stock Coordinator | Fresh Produce | Kent

Looking for your next step in planning within a fast-paced food production environment?

We're working with a well-established, high-volume fresh produce business supplying top-tier UK retailers. They're looking for a confident, proactive and organised individual to take ownership of planning and stock coordination across their 7-day site operation in Kent.

If you thrive in dynamic settings where each day brings new challenges and where you can make a real operational impact this could be your next move.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Building and managing daily production plans aligned with customer orders and factory capacity
• Supporting medium and long-term planning strategies
• Acting as a key point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders
• Driving stock accuracy through ERP systems
• Collaborating with Packhouse, Warehouse, Commercial, and Technical teams
• Using KPIs to identify areas for improvement and increase efficiency
• Providing 1-in-3 weekend cover (with time off in lieu)

What You'll Need:

• Experience in a Fresh Produce, FMCG or Chilled Food Manufacturing environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage time-sensitive demands
• Comfortable with ERP systems and confident making data-led decisions
• Commercial awareness and a solutions-focused mindset
• The ability to work cross-functionally in a busy environment

What's on Offer:

• £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience
• 23 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (flexible)
• High visibility within the business and senior leadership exposure
• Collaborative culture where you can shape planning processes and strategy

Interested or know someone who might be? Apply below or reach out to me directly at [e-mail]

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