Production Planner
Birmingham South
Up to £38,000 pa + Benefits
Monday – Friday

About the Company

A leading high quality food manufacturer and key supplier to major UK supermarkets, is looking for a Production Planner. With a growing product range and a commitment to excellence, the business is looking for a Production Planner to support operations and drive efficiency.

This is a fast-paced, dynamic role overseeing over 100+ SKUs, ensuring seamless production planning while working cross functionally with key departments.

Why Join£

Career development opportunities in a growing business
Work alongside a skilled and collaborative supply chain team
Competitive salary and benefits package

Key Responsibilities:

- Plan and manage daily production schedules, ensuring alignment with machinery availability and efficiency
- Monitor forward forecasts to ensure all products are delivered on time and in full
- Collaborate with the Commercial team to align production with customer requirements
- Plan for promotions, product changes, and new product launches
- Liaise with internal teams, including Maintenance, Prep, and Production, to ensure materials and labour availability
- Troubleshoot production planning challenges, working cross-functionally to find solutions
- Attend daily meetings to communicate updates and required actions

Ideal Candidate:

Experience in food manufacturing - Essential 
Strong planning and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Excel - High level
Experience using MRP or ERP systems - Oracle knowledge beneficial
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding role in a fast-growing business, apply now.