Production & Inventory Planning Manager

KP Snacks; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading snack manufacturer is seeking a Planning Manager for a 12-month FTC in Leicester. Responsible for creating and managing production plans, this role involves cross-functional collaboration and inventory control. Candidates should have strong analytical skills and experience in manufacturing environments. KP Snacks offers great benefits, including an annual bonus scheme and comprehensive healthcare support, making it a fantastic opportunity for a career in supply chain management.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

Comprehensive healthcare support

KP Pension Plan with matching

25 days holiday, plus option to buy more

KP4ME platform for benefits and discounts

Qualifications

• Confident interpreting data and making decisions that drive performance.
• Understanding of challenges in manufacturing and quick responsiveness.
• Bonus for JDE experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead production planning with precision and agility.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with various teams.
• Manage inventory control and logistics performance.
• Deliver monthly S&OP inputs and highlight capacity constraints.
• Chair daily meetings and build a culture of continuous improvement.

Skills

Strong planning and analytical skills

Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Excellent people management and communication skills

Tools

Supply planning systems

MRP/ERP environments

Job description

A leading snack manufacturer is seeking a Planning Manager for a 12-month FTC in Leicester. Responsible for creating and managing production plans, this role involves cross-functional collaboration and inventory control. Candidates should have strong analytical skills and experience in manufacturing environments. KP Snacks offers great benefits, including an annual bonus scheme and comprehensive healthcare support, making it a fantastic opportunity for a career in supply chain management.