Production Planner

Production Planner FMCGLancashirePermanent 35,000 - 38,000A market-leading FMCG business is on the lookout for a talented Production Planner to join their fast-paced, forward-thinking Supply Chain team. If you''re ready to play a critical role in driving planning performance and efficiency - this is your chance.The Role:You''ll take charge of planning and organising manufacturing volumes across shifts, ensuring operations run smoothly, cost-effectively, and on time. This includes:Preparing and updating weekly/monthly planning schedulesMaintaining the product databaseProducing monthly capacity reportsReacting quickly to shifts in customer demandCommunicating production needs across planning, warehousing and production teamsYour input will directly impact production efficiency, customer satisfaction, and overall supply chain performance.Who We''re Looking For:We want someone who thrives in high-energy environments, builds strong relationships, and isn''t afraid to challenge the status quo. The ideal candidate will bring:Experience in a planning role within FMCG, Food Production or Fresh ProduceStrong ERP system knowledge in a planning settingA natural problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindsetAdvanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, formulas)Confident communication to engage teams and customersThe drive to hit the ground running and make an impact fastYou''ll be working closely with the wider operations and planning team, so being a team player with a keen eye ..... full job details .....