Raw Materials Planner

To ensure that the call off raw materials and packaging are executed and made available at the right time, in the right place and in the right quantity to meet our production plans and schedules. Your Duties Will Include:

• Responsible for executing the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) process on a daily and weekly basis to ensure production
planning and scheduling requirements are met.
• Creating and assign Purchase Orders for all suppliers, using relevant Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
• Inventory management responsibility including identifying missing materials, monitoring use by dates and requesting new items
adhering to inventory level and production plan
• Develop and maintain a good relationship with suppliers, resolving issues to meet requirements
• Escalation of all issues to Inventory Manager when necessary
• Work closely with Planning and NPD teams to create production plans and fulfil customer demand
• Identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Ad hoc visits to suppliers to understand their process, 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.


• Previous background in inventory management/materials planning
• Manufacturing/Food Manufacturing experience advantageous
• Understand the planning process and the impact on raw materials planning
• Strong Interpersonal skills
• Good numerical skills
• Great attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
• Data capture skills
• Computer literacy including systems; Infor M3, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point)
  
  At The Compleat Food Group, we're on a mission to create delectable food that not only brings joy to your taste buds but also
extends love to our planet. We fondly refer to it as 'Food to Feel Good' because we believe in savouring every bite whilst making a positive impact. Our team of over 5,000 remarkable individuals forms the core of all that we undertake. Their genuine passion drives the creation of delectable products for UK consumers, prominent retailers, and our thrilling market-leading brands such as Wall's Pastry


• 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)
The Compleat Food Group are proud to have built an inclusive and respectful culture where our colleagues feel safe, supported and valued. A place where they can bring their whole selves to work to achieve exceptional results and thrive.