Production Planner

D R Newitt Recruitment; Nelson; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Junior Planner for a role in the food industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating production schedules, coordinating with various departments, and improving inventory accuracy. This full-time position offers an excellent opportunity for growth within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in production planning or scheduling within FMCG or manufacturing.
• Comfortable with data and planning tools.

Responsibilities

• Create and adjust production line schedules based on demand.
• Coordinate with Procurement for material availability.
• Monitor OTIF performance and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Coordination

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

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D R Newitt Recruitment provided pay range

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Base pay range

Junior Planner

Location: Nelson

Are you a Planner looking for your next opportunity within the food industry? If so look no further.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and adjust production line schedules based on demand and material availability.
• Coordinate with Procurement to ensure timely ordering and availability of materials.
• Liaise with Warehouse to confirm component readiness and resolve stock issues.
• Act as the central communication point across departments to align execution with planning.
• Monitor OTIF performance and support continuous improvement in planning and inventory accuracy.

What You’ll Need

• Experience in production planning or scheduling within FMCG or manufacturing.
• Strong coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable with data, planning tools, and working cross-functionally.

Apply now as this won't be around long!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Strategy/Planning, Production, and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing and Manufacturing

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