Production Planner

Penny Hill Press; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Penny Hill Press is looking for a dedicated Production Planner for their European Head Office in Gravesend. This full-time role involves scheduling and overseeing production activities, optimizing processes, and ensuring high customer service levels. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in production planning and excellent problem-solving skills, alongside a passion for innovation in a dynamic environment. Join a company that values its team and offers various benefits including a competitive salary and development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme (company match up to 7%)

Life Assurance 4x basic salary

Medicash and Perks

Enhanced Family Leave

Company Events

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience of production planning is essential.
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (preferably SAP) is required.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and Lean principles is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage weekly production schedules.
• Coordinate with supply chain for materials availability.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Experience in production planning

Tools

SAP

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Production

Planner Gravesend

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as our Production Planner, fully office based at our European Head office in Gravesend, Kent. Joining us on a full time, permanent basis (Monday - Friday 8.30 - 5.30pm).

Moove is a leading provider of automotive lubricants, oils, and chemicals throughout the UK, Europe, and Asia. We are part of Cosan a Global provider of Energy and Logistics. At our European Head office, we have 200 employees and over 26 different languages spoken. This is a high energy, fast evolving environment. If you love innovation and embrace change, we are the company for you.

The Production Planner has direct responsibility for planning and scheduling lubricants and chemicals manufacturing activities to ensure maximum performance and minimum delay.

Responsibilities As Our Production Planner Are To

• Create and manage the weekly production schedule,
• MPS Work alongside S&OP specialist to ensure the availability of raw materials and components, MRP
• Raise and process work orders
• Develop, implement, and monitor the Master Production Schedule (MPS) in alignment with customer demand and inventory targets.
• Lean key player - ensure high OEE and Adherence to Plan is achieved
• Monitor production progress and revise schedules to accommodate changes in demand, material delays, or equipment downtime
• Chair weekly planning meeting
• Coordinate with supply chain and procurement to ensure timely availability of materials
• Generate 4-week capacity plan status with key actions and support required as part of the S&OP cycle
• First line of contact and provide support to the manufacturing team
• Work closely with manufacturing team to optimize and improve weekly schedule to support customer requirements
• Liaise daily with various internal departments (incl. Customer Experience, Distribution, Marketing and Sales team)
• Ensure high customer service levels are achieved and maintained (OTIF)
• Lead and own root causing for Gravesend factory
• Optimise inventory levels within set limits
• Build and utilise planning tools through internal systems (e.g. Excel, Power BI and SAP) to analyse data and support ongoing automation for long term improvement
• Conduct continuous improvement and planning projects
• Support the team with daily activities
  
  

Essential Skills Required

• Previous experience of production planning
• Good understanding of manufaufaturing processes
• Familiarity with capacity planning and scheduling tools
• Accuracy, attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills
• Advanced excel skills
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (SAP)
• Experience in a similar industry would be an advantage
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise tasks
• Proven proactive and self-starter skills; displays ownership, initiative and drive
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities and stakeholders; strong interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to manage deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a team environment
  
  

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of suppliers and products related to lubricant industry
• Knowledge of Manufacturing
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA
• PowerBi, DAX, SQL
• Proficiency in French, Portuguese or Spanish
  
  

In return for joining us as our Production Planner you will receive:

• Competitive Salary
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Contributory pension scheme (company match up to 7%)
• Life Assurance 4x basic salary
• Medicash and Perks
• Enhanced Family Leave
• Company Events
• Free Parking
  
  

At Moove, How We Work Matters Just As Much As What We Do. Our Culture Is Built On Five Core Attitudes That Guide Us Every Day

We're In This Together – We collaborate, support one another, and aim higher as a team.

Open Mind – We value diversity, empathy, and inclusive thinking.

Always Safe – We put safety and wellbeing above all else.

Real Talk – We communicate openly, honestly, and respectfully.

Think Big, Carry It Out Simply – We act with purpose, simplify complexity, and deliver results.

If these values speak to you, you'll thrive at Moove.

Interested in becoming a Moover? Join us as our Production Planner and be part of a global organisation who truly value their employees, encourage development and progression. If yes, apply today, we'd love to hear from you!

Please note we endeavour to reply to everyone, but it is not always possible. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of your application, please assume in this instance we have not been able to progress.

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