Production Planner

ZipRecruiter; Wigan; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Production Planner to join their team in West Lancashire. This role involves managing production plans in a fast-paced environment, coordinating with various teams, and ensuring raw material availability. The successful candidate will enjoy a dynamic work environment with opportunities for progression and impact.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar planning role within FMCG or food manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of planning systems (SAP, Sage, or similar).
• Confident communicator who thrives under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain daily and weekly production plans.
• Coordinate with procurement, operations, and logistics.
• Monitor production performance and adjust plans to meet KPIs.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Tools

SAP

Sage

Job description

Job Description

The Collective Network is proud to be partnering with a leading player in food manufacturing, known for their innovation, scale, and commitment to excellence. Due to continued growth, we're supporting their search for an experienced Production Planner to join their high-performing team based at a modern facility in West Lancashire.
The Role
As Production Planner, you'll play a pivotal role in the day-to-day operations-managing short and medium-term production plans in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This is a business where timing is everything, so your ability to juggle multiple demands, communicate cross-functionally, and react to real-time challenges will be crucial.
Key Responsibilities:
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Develop and maintain daily and weekly production plans in line with forecast and demand.
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Coordinate with procurement, operations, and logistics to ensure seamless execution.
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Manage raw material availability and highlight potential shortages.
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Monitor production performance and adjust plans to meet KPIs.
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Ensure planning data is accurate and up to date in ERP/MRP systems.
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Work closely with commercial teams to react to changes in customer demand.
What We're Looking For:
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Previous experience in a similar planning role within FMCG or food manufacturing
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Strong knowledge of planning systems (SAP, Sage, or similar).
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Confident communicator who thrives under pressure and enjoys a dynamic working environment.
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Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
Why Apply?
This is a brilliant opportunity to join a business that's investing heavily in its people and infrastructure.

The successful candidate will have a clear path for progression and the chance to make a real impact in a business that values innovation and collaboration.Interested?
Apply now or get in touch with The Collective Network for a confidential chat. We'll walk you through the details and help you decide if this is the right next step for your career