Planning Manager

Job Title: Planning Manager
Location: Canterbury, Kent - Will need to drive due to location
Employment Type: Temp-to-Perm
Hours: 5 Days per Week, 10-12 Hours per Day, Starting at 6:30 AM (Weekend Availability Required)
Salary: -15.70 to -18.02 per hour (dependent on experience)

About the Opportunity:
Our client is seeking a dynamic and motivated Planning Manager to join their Production Planning department. This role is crucial in ensuring the seamless execution of planning activities, providing operational support, and maintaining high service levels. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for teamwork and excellence, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate daily planning activities, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on time.
• Foster effective relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal departments, escalating any strategic matters as needed.
• Proactively notify the Head of Production Planning of potential operational issues with practical recommendations.
• Monitor service levels and escalate exceptions to ensure targets and customer expectations are met.
• Allocate daily duties to the Planning team and maintain appropriate cover during holidays and weekends.
• Oversee the training programme for new team members, ensuring adherence to best practises.
• Promote a culture of accuracy, communication, and teamwork within the Planning team.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and reduce unnecessary costs.
• Provide regular updates to the Head of Production Planning regarding workload and service levels.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Achieve and maintain On Time In Full (OTIF) and customer service targets.
• Optimise fruit utilisation through effective planning processes.
• Collaborate with Packhouse Management to ensure operational efficiency.
• Ensure planning information and reports are accurate and communicated promptly.

Personal Qualities:

• A motivated leader who can inspire and guide a team.
• Fair and consistent in approach, with clear communication skills.
• Responsible, trustworthy, and capable of staying calm under pressure.
• A supportive, forward-thinking team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.

Skills and Experience Required:
Essential:

• Excellent people and listening skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to prioritise and juggle competing demands.
• Good numeracy skills and problem-solving capabilities.

Desirable:

• Experience in coaching or training team members.
• Background in fresh produce, food production, or a similar fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of OTIF, forecasting, and supply chain performance.

If you are an experienced Planning Manager ready to take on a new challenge in a vibrant and supportive environment, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly, as this role will attract a lot of interest!

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