Production Planner

Pod Talent Ltd; Welwyn; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing food and nutrition brand in the UK is seeking a Production Planner to ensure product availability while minimizing wastage. The ideal candidate will have 2-3+ years of supply chain planning experience, strong problem-solving skills, and proficiency in Excel and ERP systems. In this role, you'll manage production schedules, build relationships with manufacturing partners, and drive ongoing improvements to operational efficiency. Apply directly for this exciting opportunity with a dynamic company offering a competitive package.

Benefits

Competitive package

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage the production schedule, balancing product availability and minimising wastage.
• Build relationships with manufacturing partners for operational efficiency.
• Identify and resolve operational issues to maintain performance.
• Collaborate with sourcing and materials teams for ingredient and packaging readiness.
• Drive continuous improvement for cost savings and reduced waste.

Skills

Supply chain planning

Problem-solving

Communication

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

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.

You will:

• 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 (url removed).