Production Planner

MorePeople; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

MorePeople is seeking an experienced Production Planner in Wisbech to balance demand with production capability and material availability in a fast-paced, 24/7 operation. The role supports nine lines and over 100 SKUs, ensuring on-time delivery while minimising waste and maximizing availability.

You will work closely with production, procurement and warehouse teams, refining schedules under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience in Production Planning, Supply Chain Planning, Materials Planning or Inventory Planning.
• FMCG or fresh food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong Excel skills and data accuracy essential.

Responsibilities

• Create and adjust production plans to meet changing demand.
• Manage finished goods and raw material inventory.
• Raise, monitor and update orders and stock requirements.
• Collaborate with production, procurement and warehouse teams to ensure availability.
• Monitor stock levels and minimise waste on short-shelf-life products.
• Maintain planning data and reporting tools.
• Identify and resolve potential supply issues before they affect customers.

Skills

Production planning

Supply chain planning

Inventory management

Excel

Data analysis

Tools

Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Production Planner

Wisbech | Up to £36,000 + Benefits | 3's & 2's shift pattern

Looking for a Planning Role Where No Two Days Are the Same?

We're working with a leading fresh food manufacturer supplying major UK retailers, producing a wide range of short shelf-life products in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. With over 100 SKUs, nine production lines and a 24/7 operation, planning is at the heart of ensuring customers receive product on time while minimising waste and maximising availability.

As a result of continued growth, they're looking to strengthen their planning team with the appointment of an experienced Production Planner.

The Role

This is a hands-on planning position where you'll be responsible for balancing customer demand, production capability, raw material availability and inventory levels in a business where some products can move from production to customer on the very same day.

Working under tight deadlines, you'll manage multiple priorities simultaneously and play a key role in ensuring production plans remain achievable and customer service levels are maintained.

Key responsibilities include:

• Creating and adjusting production plans to meet changing customer demand.
• Managing finished goods and raw material inventory.
• Raising, monitoring and updating orders and stock requirements.
• Working closely with production, procurement and warehouse teams to ensure product availability.
• Monitoring stock levels and helping minimise waste across short shelf-life product categories.
• Maintaining planning data and reporting tools.
• Identifying potential supply issues and resolving them before they impact customers.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for an experienced planner who thrives in a fast-moving environment and enjoys solving problems before they become issues.

You'll ideally bring:

• Experience within Production Planning, Supply Chain Planning, Materials Planning or Inventory Planning.
• Previous experience within food manufacturing, fresh produce, chilled food or another fast-paced FMCG environment.
• Strong Excel skills, including the ability to manipulate data, work with tables and troubleshoot formulas.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to spot inconsistencies in data.
• Experience working under pressure and managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• A proactive approach with the confidence to challenge and resolve issues quickly.
• ERP or MRP system experience would be advantageous, although Excel remains the primary planning tool.

Why Apply?

• Join a stable and growing food manufacturer with a strong reputation in the sector.
• Work in a friendly, collaborative planning team.
• Enjoy a varied role with real responsibility and autonomy.
• Be part of a business continuing to invest in its people, systems and future growth.
• Competitive salary of up to £36,000 plus benefits.

Working Pattern:

06:00-16:00 | 3 On, 2 Off, 2 On, 3 Off