Production Planning & Analysis Lead

Rubicon Recruitment; Poole; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Rubicon Recruitment is looking for a Production Planning & Analysis Lead for a multi-award-winning FMCG business in Dorset. This hands-on role involves developing production schedules, analyzing data for improvements, and collaborating across teams to enhance processes, ideal for a passionate, solutions-driven professional.

Qualifications

• Experience in production planning, production analysis or similar role.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data sets.
• Hands-on attitude with a passion for building and improving systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage production schedules to meet demand.
• Analyze production data to identify trends and inefficiencies.
• Create reports and dashboards to support decision-making.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Production planning experience

Experience in a manufacturing role

Tools

Excel

Data analysis tools

Job description

Production Planning & Analysis Lead, Holton Heath, GBP50,000

Are you a hands-on production professional with a sharp analytical mind? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where you can make a real impact?

Rubicon's client is a multi-award-winning FMCG business based in Dorset. Following a recent acquisition, the business is entering an exciting new phase - combining its established reputation with the energy and ambition of a start-up. This is a rare opportunity to help rebuild and shape the future of a growing, values-driven company.

The Production Planning & Analysis Lead will be responsible for developing efficient production schedules and using data to drive smart, scalable decisions. This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone who enjoys solving problems, building systems, and working closely with a passionate team.

As Production Planning & Analysis Lead, you will:

• Develop and manage production schedules to meet seasonal and daily demand
• Analyse production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement
• Collaborate with different teams across the business to rebuild and refine production processes
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate material availability
• Create reports and dashboards to support strategic decision-making

As Production Planning & Analysis Lead, you will have:

• Experience in production planning, production analysis, or a similar manufacturing role
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets
• Proficiency in Excel and/or data analysis tools
• A hands-on, can-do attitude with a passion for building and improving systems
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

If you are interested in this Production Planning & Analysis Lead vacancy, please apply via this advert, or for more information call Dominika at Rubicon.