Planning Manager

The Compleat Food Group, Middlesbrough

Planning Manager

£45000

The Compleat Food Group, Middlesbrough

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted 1 week ago, 23 Jan | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 06c4c4c1ee334bb789effc8214e1b68d

Full Job Description

Are you an experienced Planning Manager ready to lead and optimise the planning processes across our three fast-paced chilled food manufacturing sites in Middlesbrough? Join our team, and see your career soar playing a pivotal role in delivering exceptional results while driving efficiency and planning/production innovation., As a Planning Manager, you will oversee our planning team (planners and raw materials), ensuring manufacturing processes are scheduled in the most cost-effective way while meeting production targets on time. Working at the heart of our supply chain operations, you will lead a team of Production Planners and Material Controllers to meet customer demand, predict future capacity, and deliver best-in-class service. This is based across two manufacturing sites and a distribution centre.,

  • Optimise Planning Processes: Ensure production schedules account for capacity, materials, labour, equipment availability, and efficiency, while maximising cost-effectiveness.
  • Forecasting & Capacity Planning: Analyse long-term sales forecasts and collaborate with the Commercial team to anticipate future capacity requirements and material usage.
  • Troubleshoot & Problem-Solve: Quickly address issues affecting delivery plans, including machinery malfunctions, order uplifts, and other disruptions.
  • Seasonal Management: Coordinate seasonal freeze plans to maintain service levels during peak demand periods.
  • KPI Management: Monitor key performance indicators, analyse data, and implement continuous improvements to meet business goals.
  • Team Leadership: Motivate, coach, and develop your team, identifying talent, setting clear objectives, and fostering a high-performance culture.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Build strong relationships across departments to ensure seamless operations and aligned objectives.
  • Systems & Tools: Maintain and enhance planning systems and tools to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
  • Food Safety & Quality Culture: Work with the site leadership team to uphold the highest standards of integrity, food safety, and quality.
  • Leadership Support: Act as the deputy for the Supply Chain Manager during absences or annual leave., We continue to attract diverse talent into our teams, because we know greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides a better working life. That's why we're committed to ensuring Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do.
  • Recruitment Agencies: We have an active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies.

  • 3-5 years in Production Planning within chilled food manufacturing.
  • Proven experience leading a team in an FMCG environment, ideally in chilled food.
  • Key Skills:
  • Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems.
  • Exceptional problem-solving and organisational abilities.
  • Strong leadership and mentoring skills to motivate and drive team performance.
  • A solid understanding of planning processes and key performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A full UK Driving Licence., If you're an experienced Senior Planner looking for your next career step or a seasoned Planning Manager with a passion for excellence and the drive to succeed in the dynamic chilled food sector, we want to hear from you! Submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you're excited about this opportunity. Take the next step in your career and help us deliver excellence, one plan at a time!

    Exciting New Facility: Be a part of building a high-performing planning team at multi site cutting-edge production environments.
  • Career Development: Enjoy opportunities to further develop your career and hone your leadership skills to make a real impact.
  • Collaborative Culture: Work with a passionate, dynamic team that values innovation and continuous improvement.
  • Fast-Paced Environment: Thrive in a high-energy FMCG business with opportunities to grow and lead.
  • Flexibility: Once settled into the role, there will be some flexibility to work from home.
  • Benefits:
  • 33 Days annual leave
  • 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
  • Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
  • Employee well-being and community support groups
  • Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
  • Charity Initiatives and Team events
  • 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
  • Physical Wellbeing Benefits - Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
  • Online Wellbeing benefits
  • Free Financial wellbeing - mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools
  • Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount

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