Production Planner

A fantastic opportunity for a Production Planner to join a large,reputable company within the Food Industry.

Criteria:

Essential:

• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to demonstrate attention to detail, excellent organisation and time management skills
• Ability to multi task, especially when under pressure. 
• Accomplished Computer Literacy.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel
• Drive, enthusiasm and willingness to learn

Desirable:

• Previous Experience working in planning department or role ideally within the FMCG sector, alternatively experience in a manufacturing environment would be favourable.
• Previous experience in scheduling highly favourable especially using software such as Preactor.
• Excel to advanced level

Role Accountabilities:

• Creation and Issue of rolling 3 week production plans with the target of 100% customer service to stakeholders internal and external.
• Plan all storage from production to external warehouse storage ensuring optimum utilisation of local and external storage within agreed limits.
• Ensure accurate information is communicated in a timely and efficient manner.  Cultivate contact with customers and Supply Chain team to build trust and recommend changes in practices.
• Plan and raise orders for a limited number of fresh materials required for assembly production.
• Actively participate in all relevant production/planning meetings on site ensuring input for short, mid and long term challenges in bakery plans.
• Any other duties that may be required.