Production Executive (supply chain)

Pod Talent Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A values-driven wellness brand in East Sussex is seeking a Production Executive to support their operations team. This role involves managing procurement activities, maintaining product documentation, and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate will have experience in production or supply chain, along with strong communication and relationship-building skills. The position offers a salary up to GBP 38,000 and is on-site.

Qualifications

• Experience in production, NPD, or supply chain.
• Experience using an ERP system and Excel.
• Experience in a food or cosmetics manufacturing environment with knowledge in compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities to ensure OTIF deliveries.
• Own production schedule management and mitigate risks.
• Maintain product documentation and monitor supplier performance.

Skills

Production management

Communication skills

Supplier relationship management

Proactive attitude

Tools

ERP system

Excel

Job description

Overview

Production Executive (supply chain) - East Sussex (on-site) - up to GBP38,000

We are proud to be supporting a values-driven wellness brand whose mission is to create sustainable products designed to support whole-body health. They are a B-Corp with rapid growth and an engaged community, who are looking for a production executive to support their operations team to drive product innovation and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities, working closely with suppliers and co-packers to ensure OTIF deliveries
• Own production schedule management, proactively identifying risks and keeping timelines on track
• Maintain product documentation, certifications, and supplier records in line with compliance requirements
• Monitor supplier performance through KPIs, driving improvements in cost, quality, and efficiency
• Operate within our ERP system for production planning, stock control, and purchase orders
• Support supplier onboarding and contract negotiations across the globe
• Collaborate cross-functionally with NPD, Quality, and Commercial teams to ensure seamless product launches and lifecycle management
• Stay ahead of industry trends, contributing to process improvements and sustainability initiatives

In order to be successful

• Experience in production, NPD, or supply chain
• Experience using an ERP system and Excel
• Experience in a manufacturing environment (food or cosmetics ideal), with knowledge in compliance
• A proactive attitude with great communication and relationship-building skills

If this sounds like an exciting opportunity, apply now!