Production Planner

Pioneer Selection; Erith; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong development opportunities

Hands-on involvement in continuous improvement projects

Job summary

Pioneer Selection is looking for a Production Planner in Erith, Kent, with strong analytical and organisational skills. The role involves supporting production operations and maintaining SAP data while working closely with various teams to ensure efficient planning.

This opportunity comes with development potential in a growing FMCG environment, offering exposure to end-to-end production processes and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong Excel skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience as a Production Planner or in a similar role.
• Good communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the smooth running of manufacturing operations by coordinating production planning.
• Maintain SAP manufacturing data.
• Produce accurate operational reports.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Good communication skills

Organisational skills

Tools

SAP

Job description

Production Planner – Erith, Kent

Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 DOE

Shift: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm

Job Description:

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Production Planner to join a growing manufacturing business within the food production sector. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong organisational and analytical skills who is looking to build their career within a fast‑paced FMCG environment.

Responsibilities:

• Support the smooth running of manufacturing operations by coordinating production planning
• Maintain SAP manufacturing data
• Produce accurate operational reports
• Work closely with Production, Procurement, Warehouse, Quality, Finance, and Sales teams to ensure efficient scheduling, accurate data management, and clear communication across the business

Sector – Manufacturing

Non‑Negotiable Requirements

• Strong Excel skills with excellent attention to detail
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Experience as a Production Planner or similar

Desirable Requirements

• SAP experience (manufacturing modules including BOMs, work orders, routing, master data)
• Experience in FMCG or manufacturing environments

Benefits and Opportunities

• Working for a growing and stable manufacturing business
• Exposure to end‑to‑end production planning and operational processes
• Opportunity to work closely with cross‑functional teams across the business
• Strong development opportunities within a growing organisation
• Hands‑on involvement in continuous improvement and efficiency projects

For further details, contact Nathan Lock on the recruitment team.