Site Scheduler - Stourton Dairy

Arla Foods; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Arla Foods is seeking a Site Scheduler for their Stourton Dairy in Leeds. This full-time role involves managing shift patterns, optimizing planning processes, and ensuring efficient supply chain operations. Ideal candidates will have significant FMCG experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to foster collaborative relationships across teams.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a similar Site Scheduler or Planner role.
• Proven understanding of site level operations and end-to-end supply chain.
• Ability to communicate effectively across all business levels.

Responsibilities

• Ensure plans are optimized for multiple constraints and complexities.
• Produce daily requirement reports and maintain SOP documentation.
• Review planning parameters to meet service commitments.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Experience in FMCG environment

Tools

SAP

APO

Job description

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Shift pattern;

This role will cover Sunday to Wednesday with a 4 on / 3 off fixed shift pattern based at Stourton Dairy.

Location

Leeds, GB

Shift pattern;

This role will cover Sunday to Wednesday with a 4 on / 3 off fixed shift pattern based at Stourton Dairy.

There will also be an ad-hoc requirement to cover other weekdays and Saturdays to ensure continual 7 day Scheduling cover at Stourton.

How will you make an impact?

• Ensure plans are optimised to account for multiple constraints and complexities including Preventative Maintenance and significant planned outages
• Update and provide daily requirement reports and snapshots to other functions
• Create and maintain category specific SOP documentation to aid training and cover
• Key contributor to filling and process capacity mapping
• Work with Site Scheduling Team Leader to improve reporting suite of key KPIs
• Produce and frequently review PEAK plans for Creamery categories
• Continually review planning parameters such as stock cover policies and production frequency to ensure service commitments are met at best cost to the business
• Foster relationships with all site functions, network planning, transport scheduling, product management and commercial teams etc.
• Maintenance of planning master data (both APO and PS1)
• Provide daily cover across other categories e.g. Dairy Scheduling and Component Planning as appropriate
• Provide cover for Site Scheduling Team Leader as required
  
  

What You Will Need To Succeed

The successful candidate will have significant experience of working in an FMCG environment, ideally within a similar Site Scheduler, Planner or Supply Planning role and with a proven understanding of site level operations and the end to end supply chain. They will have an analytical mindset and be excited by change. The candidate will have an ability to communicate effectively with colleagues from all levels of the business. They will approach problem solving with a mindset of root cause identification and continual improvement. Previous SAP/APO experience is also a significant advantage.

Want to apply?

Please apply using the link or reach out to Rachel McDaid, Senior Talent Partner for more information ([e-mail]). The closing date for applications is Friday 20th June 2025

Shape the Future of Dairy

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to producing high-quality products while championing sustainability and innovation. We're passionate about people and our planet, striving to unleash the full potential in each of us. Our goal is to make healthy dairy nutrition and good food habits accessible to all. Join us at Arla Foods and become part of a worldwide cooperative dedicated to making a significant impact on the planet and steering the dairy industry towards a sustainable future.

We are devoted to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Diversity and collaboration are key to our success, propelling us to new heights in the dairy industry.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Manufacturing, Dairy Product Manufacturing, and Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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