Planning Manager

c.£50,000

Hertfordshire

Job Reference: GG/00014

Overview

This is an opportunity to join a fast-paced site, part of a very successful multi-site food manufacturer. Your role will be to overhaul a large planning department with the aim of making an already successful site more efficient and dynamic.  

The Role

• Manage the short-range actions in the end-to-end supply chain.
• Be responsible for delivery and accuracy of order process.
• Track demand and supply at an SKU level to maximise service levels to customers.
• Improve, streamline and automate the planning process, using the ERP system and developing it where necessary.
• Oversee stock and waste levels, establishing better control of costs and positively impacting the business profitability.
• Be responsible for the flow of supply chain communication with customers to ensure they are updated in a timely and accurate manner.
• Build supplier relationships, attending key weekly meetings alongside the Procurement function.
• Improve supply chain communication on inbound deliveries.
• Manage L&D for the planning and stock control team.
• Champion of continuous improvement.

The Candidate

• Experience in Supply Chain.
• Experience in Food Manufacturing.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong management skills.
• Able to work under pressure and successfully prioritise in a fast-moving industry.
• Advanced Excel knowledge.
• Ability to build trusted relationships and collaborate across various stakeholders.
• Proven track record of influencing positive change and improvements.

Next Steps

To apply for this opportunity, please click 'apply' or contact Gilbert Gregory on (phone number removed) quoting reference GG/00014.