Position: Production Planner
Location: Redditch
Reporting to: Planning Manager
Employment Status: Full Time, Permanent
Working Hours: 04:30/05:00 – 13:00/13:30 (start time usually between 04:30 and 05:00)
Salary Range: £33,000 - £38,000
Please note that our client are unable to consider sponsorship for the position, therefore Settled Status, ILR or UK Citizenship is required.
Overview
An established food manufacturing organisation is seeking a Production Planner to join its Supply Chain function.
This role is responsible for developing accurate and effective production plans to support daily operations and longer-term business objectives. Working closely with cross-functional teams, the successful candidate will ensure production schedules align with customer demand, operational capacity, and business targets.
Key Responsibilities
- Generate daily and forward production plans in line with agreed timelines, machine availability, and run rates.
- Collaborate with Supply Chain and Commercial teams to understand customer demand and plan for fluctuations in volume.
- Ensure promotions, product changes, and demand variations are planned and communicated effectively.
- Continuously review and adjust production schedules to ensure products are delivered on time and in full.
- Liaise with internal teams, including Maintenance and Production, to ensure materials, labour, and equipment are available as required.
- Troubleshoot planning issues and implement effective solutions in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
- Attend and contribute to daily operational meetings, communicating key updates and actions.
- Maintain regular communication with production teams to ensure alignment with the daily plan.
- Support and deputise for the Planning Manager when required.
Key Accountabilities
- Develop accurate production plans using correct demand and stock data, including reviewing system alerts.
- Ensure customer orders are fulfilled in full and on time, supporting OTIF (On Time In Full) performance targets.
- Optimise production schedules to minimise downtime and avoid unnecessary labour costs.
- Maintain responsibility for food safety, product quality, brand integrity, and health and safety compliance.
Experience and Skills
Essential
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent organisational and planning skills with strong attention to detail.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong problem-solving ability and analytical thinking.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and business needs.
Desirable
- Previous experience in a production planning or purchasing role.
- Experience using planning systems such as Oracle or similar ERP systems.
Personal Attributes
- Strong team player with the ability to collaborate across departments.
- Proactive and solutions-focused mindset.
- Ability to influence and engage stakeholders.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Committed to delivering high standards of quality and performance.
Core Values
The successful candidate will demonstrate behaviours aligned with key organisational values, including teamwork, quality, honesty, and passion, contributing to a positive and high-performing working environment.
Additional Information
This role requires a high level of flexibility and the ability to respond to changing operational demands.
This job description outlines the primary responsibilities of the role but may not include all duties required.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £33,000.00-£38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Microsoft Excel: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Oracle or Similar ERP Systems Experience (preferred)
Work Location: In person
