Production Planner

Pod Talent; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A mission-driven food and nutrition brand in Hertfordshire is seeking a Production Planner. The role involves managing the production schedule, ensuring product availability while minimizing wastage. Candidates should have 2-3+ years in supply chain planning, preferably in food & beverage, and possess strong analytical skills. If interested, apply directly or contact for more details.

Benefits

Competitive package

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years’ experience in supply chain planning within food & beverage or consumer goods.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and excellent communication skills.
• Solid analytical skills including proficiency in Excel and ERP systems.
• Highly organised with a strong focus on execution.

Responsibilities

• Manage the production schedule balancing availability and wastage.
• Build relationships with manufacturing partners for operational efficiency.
• Identify and resolve operational issues for smooth performance.
• Ensure all ingredients and packaging are in place for production.
• Drive continuous improvement in supply planning and execution.

Skills

Supply chain planning

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Experience in food & beverage or consumer goods

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

I’m excited to partner with a fast-growing, mission-driven food and nutrition brand that is looking for a Production Planner to join their amazing team in Hertfordshire.

In this role, you’ll be instrumental in maintaining 100% product availability across both Ecom and Retail channels, using best-in-class planning to balance availability and wastage, while supporting the business’s continued high-growth journey across D2C and retail.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that has experienced continuous growth over the last decade and places innovation at the heart of everything they do.

In this role,

• Manage the production schedule for your category, balancing product availability with minimising wastage across the UK and EU.
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with manufacturing partners to ensure excellent service levels and operational efficiency.
• Identify and resolve the root causes of operational issues to keep day-to-day performance running smoothly.
• Work closely with sourcing and materials teams to make sure all ingredients and packaging are in place for production, while partnering with logistics to plan outbound finished goods effectively.
• Drive continuous improvement by spotting and delivering opportunities for cost savings, increased capacity, and reduced waste across supply planning and execution.

About you:

• 2-3+ years’ experience in supply chain planning within food & beverage, or broader consumer goods; candidates with relevant internships are also encouraged to apply.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and excellent communication skills.
• Solid analytical skills, including proficiency in Excel and ERP systems.
• Highly organised with a strong focus on execution - nothing slips through the cracks under your watch.

This is an exciting opportunity with a dynamic company offering a competitive package. If this sounds like you, apply directly or get in touch with [e-mail].

Senior Consultant - End to End Supply Chain