Job Role: Production Planner
Salary: £36,000 - £38,000
Location: Leicestershire
Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Hours / Shift Pattern: 4 on, 3 off (Wednesday to Saturday, 7 am - 5 pm)
Overview: Everest People Solutions is looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Production Planner to join a leading business in the food manufacturing sector.
This role sits at the heart of the operation, coordinating between suppliers, production, logistics, and more, ensuring smooth day-to-day planning and delivery of high-quality products to major customers.
Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain accurate production plans to maximize efficiency while meeting customer demand.
Ensure plans account for material availability, labour, and production capacity.
Process customer orders, update production schedules, and communicate changes to internal teams and third parties.
Liaise with hauliers to ensure timely delivery and collection, optimizing vehicle scheduling for cost-effectiveness.
Ensure all transport needs are met, adjusting plans as necessary to minimize disruption.
Collaborate with suppliers to manage stock levels, particularly flour and other key materials.
Track performance against the production plan and address any discrepancies.
Engage senior management if significant issues arise.
Act as a central point of contact between internal departments and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication across the board.
Support the development and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential Requirements: Experience: Minimum 3+ years in a production planning or supply chain role within a manufacturing environment.
Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.
Problem-Solving: Ability to remain calm under pressure, think on your feet, and handle multiple priorities.
Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel and experience with supply chain systems.
Experience with Sage 200 is advantageous.
Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with supply chain processes in food manufacturing or FMCG environments.
Benefits: Competitive salary and pension scheme 26.5 days of holiday, including public holidays Opportunity to work at two modern production facilities in Leicestershire