Planning Team Leader

A growing FMCG manufacturing business has created a new role for a Planning Team Leader to take ownership of production planning, materials control and stock management across a fast-paced manufacturing operation.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being hands-on, improving processes and bringing structure to a busy environment. The business is looking for someone with a strong character who can challenge the status quo, introduce better ways of working and help drive operational performance across the site.

The Role:

Managing day-to-day production planning and materials control activities
Creating and communicating daily production schedules
Raising production orders and supporting factory operations across a 7-day operation
Managing raw material and packaging stock levels to support customer demand
Placing purchase orders and supplier call-offs
Supporting stock reconciliation, stock counts and inventory accuracy
Monitoring stock availability while reducing waste and obsolete stock risk
Supporting new product launches and supplier set up within the ERP system
Maintaining and updating operational master data and BOM information
Supporting seasonal peaks, promotional activity and changing customer demand
Working closely with operations, customer care, sales and suppliers
Attending daily production meetings and driving planning improvements
Identifying opportunities to improve planning processes, communication and efficiencies Experience and knowledge:

Experience within planning, scheduling or materials control in a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment
Food manufacturing experience would be highly advantageous
Strong systems and analytical skills
Someone confident challenging processes and implementing improvements
Comfortable working in a busy manufacturing environment where priorities can change quickly
Good stock control and inventory management understanding
Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships across departments
Experience using ERP systems such as Business Central or Navision would be beneficial
Previous supervisory or team leadership exposure is helpful, but this role is far more about attitude, ownership and operational strength than managing a large team Why Apply?

Opportunity to join a growing and evolving FMCG business
Genuine chance to make an impact and improve processes
Broad, hands-on operational role with plenty of variety
Supportive leadership team with room to develop
Part of a larger global organisation with long-term stability