Production Planner

JR United Kingdom; Nelson; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food industry is seeking a Planner to optimize production schedules and ensure material availability. The ideal candidate will have experience in production planning within FMCG, strong communication skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally. This role is pivotal in aligning departmental execution with planning objectives, contributing to the overall efficiency of operations.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Create and adjust production line schedules based on demand.
• Coordinate with Procurement for timely ordering of materials.
• Monitor OTIF performance and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Coordination

Communication

Problem-Solving

Job description

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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.