Supply Chain Planner
We have an exciting opportunity for a planner to join one of the UK's largest growers and packers of fresh produce based in March area. Our client supplies the country's largest retailers and processors and aims to be market leaders through linking outstanding consumer insight, sustainable procurement, technical innovation, and operational efficiency to provide their customers with good quality products at great value.
We are looking to speak with candidates who can demonstrate strong work ethic, commitment along with willingness to contribute to this fantastic business.
Main requirement for the successful Supply Chain Planner:
Successful candidates will cover planning activities and functions. Will support the Planning Manager and the business with required project work and customer/product set up to drive improvement and value back into the business.
- Provide cover and support for the Supply Chain Team.
- Plan the daily production lines to meet demand.
- Process customer orders and communicate requirements to all relevant parties e.g. production, despatch, hauliers and co-packers.
- Lead daily planning meeting with production and intake regarding daily
- requirements.
- To ensure that daily line requirements against demand are communicated and adhere to.
- Monitor capacity and escalate to Planning Manager any capacity issues.
- Ensuring that all sales and production information is recorded accurately and necessary administrative tasks are completed in full.
- Support supply chain/other functions within project and product launches.
- Raise/carry out investigation and complete non-conformances within supply chain function.
- Daily data management within the ERP system and planning processes.
- Participation in key performance indicators for the role and development of
- Companies planning processes to continuously improve team performance and ability to support our operation.
- Always ensure you adhere to company procedures, policies and guidelines.
Main requirements for the successful Supply Chain Planner:
- Strong Planning Background in fresh produce
- Excellent Excel Skills and ability to communicate with customers & suppliers.
- Experience and Knowledge of Capacity and Demand modelling and ERP systems.
- Understanding of OEE and throughput
- Be able to pay close attention to detail and adhere to company procedures
- Be a decision maker, able to prioritise and work under pressure
- Have excellent communication and organisational skills
What we offer in return for successful Supply Chain Planner:
- Shift pattern of 4on 4off (04:45AM - 16:45PM) - 6-12 months contract
- Salary £36,000 + per annum
- Staff sales and treat days
- Life assurance / holiday and pension
- Loyal service awards
- Progression and development opportunities
If you are a planner with a desire to progress and be part of fantastic team, then this role is for you! Please do not hesitate to contact us for more information.
Paradigm Employment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.