Production Planner

  • Full-time
  • UK, EMEA

Reporting Structure:

The Position reports into the Supply Chain Manager, UK. The position has no direct reports.

Working Environment:

Office based, with some hybrid working flexibility.

Summary:

The role is responsible for the day-to-day execution of UK Production Planning activities; the replenishment of chemicals and packaging components; and the ordering of routine site consumables.

Some tasks that await you:

Duties and Responsibilities:

 

  • Day-to-day execution of local (UK) Production Planning activities, specifically the scheduling and raising of production orders for:
    • Three aerosol filling lines
    • Bulk filling requirements
    • Off-line secondary pack & labelling requirements
    • Bulk Mixing
  • Order placing and associated progress chasing of materials and components to pre-determined stock level requirements, including:
    • Bulk Tanker Deliveries
    • Raw Materials
    • Packaging Components
  • Liaison with inter-company colleagues to monitor and replenish stocks of materials sourced from other CRC locations.
  • In-House printing of product labels required for weekly production plan issue.
  • Placement of orders for replenishment of consumable items.
  • To support the wider UK Site team structure to optimise customer service levels and ensure that it continues to meet its planned OTIF target levels.
  • To support the Continuous Improvement of Supply Chain activities within the local UK and wider regional organisation.

This is what we expect from you:

Requirements:

  • Preference will be given to candidates educated to Degree level within a relevant discipline and/or holding a relevent professional qualification.
  • Minimum 5 years experience in a Production Planning role, preferably within a manufacturing and/or chemical industry environment.
  • Familiarity with operating MRP systems within ERP environments, preferably Microsoft Dynamics.
  • Demonstrable track record of planning and scheduling a large and complex finished product item portfolio.
  • Demonstrable track record of replenishment of a large and complex raw material and component inventory from multiple vendors.
  • Demonstrable experience of working with third-party manufacturers (3PM) and suppliers of complete finished product packs.
  • Experience and competence with use of the Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, Powerpoint; and experience of using reporting tools such as Power BI.
  • Excellent planning, organisational and task prioritisation skills, with the ability to self-prioritise own workload.
  • Fluent in English (spoken and written) and very good communication skills at all organisational levels.
  • Self-motivated, with the ability to develop strong collaborative working relationships with both internal and external customers to deliver organsational goals.

This is what you can expect from us:

This is what you can expect from us:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
  • Employee wellness programs and flexible work arrangements.
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