Production Planning
Support the creation and maintenance of short- and medium-term production plans aligned to demand forecasts and sales requirements
Convert demand plans into achievable production schedules under the guidance of senior planners
Raise Product convertor orders on the ERP system as per production plans
Monitor production performance against plan and highlight variances, risks or constraints
Assist with re-planning activities in response to changes in demand, supply issues or operational disruption
S&OP Support & Input
Prepare and provide accurate production planning inputs into the S&OP process, including capacity, constraints, risks and assumptions
Support scenario planning by providing data and analysis on capacity and production feasibility
Maintain planning data to support effective decision-making during S&OP reviews
Capacity & Resource Planning
Support capacity planning activities for manufacturing sites, identifying potential bottlenecks or risks
Work closely with Operations teams to understand line performance, efficiencies and constraints
Assist with continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving planning accuracy and plan stability
Inventory & Materials Interface (Planning Support)
Work closely with inventory and materials planning teams to ensure production plans support agreed stock targets and service levels
Support finished goods planning parameters (e.g. safety stock, minimum production quantity) from a production planning perspective
Assist in identifying opportunities to reduce waste, excess stock and obsolescence through improved planning
Skills / Qualifications/ Experience: • 1–3 years’ experience in a planning, supply chain or manufacturing environment
Strong interest in production planning and manufacturing operations
Experience working with ERP / MRP systems or strong aptitude to learn
Good Excel skills with the ability to analyse and present data clearly
Experience within food manufacturing or FMCG environments desirable
Exposure to S&OP or demand and supply planning processes desirable
Experience supporting production schedules or shop-floor planning desirable
Detail-oriented and well organised • Proactive, eager to learn and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may be considered, based on relevant experience, training, or voluntary work

Production Planner - Supply Chain

Job Description