Site Planner

Compleat Food Group; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary sacrifice schemes

23 days annual leave

EV charging points

Grocery Aid access

Wellbeing resources

Learning platform

Job summary

The Compleat Food Group in Middlesbrough is seeking a Site Planner to manage production schedules, inventory levels and the supply chain to ensure on-time manufacturing and smooth workflow on site.

You will collaborate with purchasing and production teams, forecast perishable materials, manage orders and run reports on service levels and forecasts. The role requires experience in production planning, FMCG background and strong Excel/ERP skills. 4 on 4 off shift pattern included.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Production Planning, ideally in chilled food manufacturing.
• FMCG background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage production plan—consider capacity, outload times, material and equipment availability, efficiency and labour requirements.
• Create seasonal freeze plans to maintain service levels during peak periods.
• Collaborate with purchasing to review stock fluctuations and adjust plans.
• Manage daily sleeve requirements and forecast perishable/raw materials.
• Process purchase orders and call-offs for daily and longer lead time items.
• Identify and address potential stock issues to prevent shortages or waste.
• Flag shortages ahead of time after exploring options to mitigate.
• Maintain daily KPIs and discuss outputs in periodic meetings.
• Analyze sales vs forecast and inform team for corrective actions.
• Update planning systems for new products, recipe changes, and run rates.
• Provide coverage for other sites when needed.

Skills

Production planning

Excel

ERP systems

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Time management

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

We have a new opportunity for a Site Planner to join our brilliant Supply Chain team at our site based in Middlesbrough!

About The Compleat Food Group

At The Compleat Food Group, we’re proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, we’re on a mission to createFood to Feel Good - great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat.

We’re home to some of the UK’s most exciting and loved food brands, includingWall’s Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, andHarvey & Brockless. Alongside our branded portfolio, we’re a leading supplier of delicious own-label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added-value egg products, continental meats, dips and sauces and plant-based food to the UK’s major retailers, as well as across foodservice.

Withover 6,000 talented colleagues across 17 sites, and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, we’re united by a shared ambition to shape the future of food for the better.

We are backed by European private equity firm PAI Partners.

Location: Middlesbrough

Hours: 4on 4off: 5am - 5pm

Salary: £32,000 per annum

Purpose:

We are looking for a Site Planner to manage and optimise production schedules, inventory levels, and supply chains, ensuring efficient, on-time manufacturing and smooth workflow across the site.

Main Duties:

• Production plan management - ensure schedules consider capacity, outload times, material & equipment availability, efficiency, and labour requirements. Discussion with stakeholders daily.
• Create seasonal freeze plans to maintain service level during peak periods.
• Through collaborative working with purchasing, ensure they are aware of order fluctuations allowing them to review stocks and address accordingly
• Daily sleeve requirements
• Perishable & fresh raw materials forecasting
• Purchase orders & call off for daily fresh & longer lead time items
• Actively analyse potential stock issues eliminating shortages and/or waste
• Communicate clearly any potential shortages to the site ahead of time after exploring all options to eliminate
• Daily KPi’s - Populate and play an active part in discussing the outputs in the meeting (Service Level / Plan attainment & Christmas plans)
• Sales v Forecast analysis, communicating findings to the team, purchasing and commercial, taking relevant actions in your day to day planning
• Have the ability to update planning systems with new products, recipe changes and/or run rates based on efficiency analysis
• Have the ability to step in and cover for the other site in times of need

Experience:

• Previous experience in Production Planning ideally in chilled food manufacturing
• FMCG background

Key Skills:

• Proficient in Excel & ERP systems
• Problem solving & organisational skills
• Understands key performance metrics to drive improvement
• Time management

Why Join Us?

At The Compleat Food Group, we believe our people are the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and career growth:

• Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension
• 23 days’ annual leave with the option to purchase extra
• Access to enhanced retail discounts online and in-store
• Free product handouts across our sites, so you can sample and enjoy our delicious products first hand
• EV charging points - available at selected sites
• 24/7 access to Grocery Aid for free financial, emotional, and practical support
• Physical Wellbeing Hub - free on-demand exercise classes, gym discounts
• Free diet & nutrition advice with access to thousands of healthy recipes
• Online wellbeing support - from mindfulness to lifestyle resources
• Financial wellbeing tools - including mortgage calculators, budgeting tools, and financial aid
• Access to a personalised online learning platform (LMS)
• Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your role
• Performance Development Plans and regular Career Conversations
• Company Mentoring Scheme to add depth and really support your career journey
• Recognition through Club Compleat rewards

Community & Culture:

• 2 paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes that matter to you
• Charity initiatives and fundraising events
• Team socials to connect and celebrate together
• Employee networks & support groups - including Women @ Compleat
• New baby gift for new parents

What You Should Know About How We Recruit

At The Compleat Food Group, we believe great teams are built on difference. We create an inclusive, respectful environment where everyone feels safe, supported, and are able to be themselves at work.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect. If you need a reasonable adjustment at any stage of our recruitment process, just let us know, we’ll support you — confidentially and with care.

We hire the best people for our roles, not the same people. Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, we focus on what you do and the impact you could make in our business. Our recruitment process is fair, accessible, and designed to give everyone an equal chance.

You’ll also find benefits that support people at every life stage, plus active internal networks — including Women @ Compleat, LGBTQIA+, and Neurodiversity