Up to £40,000 PA – Based in Lytham

Role Overview:

The Planner is crucial to our manufacturing operations, ensuring the availability of finished goods in line with company objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop annual production plans and identify gaps
• Lead the Sales and Operations Planning process
• Optimize production schedules with the Production Manager
• Maintain optimal levels of Work In Progress (WIP)
• Manage stock movements within the Stock Management System (SMS, like SAGE)
• Control new item codes and Bill of Materials (BOM) within SMS
• Provide KPI reports on Conformance to Plan (CtP), machine efficiency, and production waste

Specific Responsibilities:

• Collaborate to develop a twelve-week manufacturing schedule
• Prepare production schedules and lists of required materials
• Ensure production runs align with plans and maximize equipment usage
• Coordinate with QC for efficient processing of inbound goods
• Accommodate seasonal trends and special product promotions

Order Allocation:

• Generate monthly order requirements within stock levels
• Update batch records daily and allocate batches efficiently
• Reconcile all manufactured product batches

Stock Management System:

• Create new item/product codes and BOMs
• Monitor and process daily write-offs
• Control stock adjustments within SMS

General Responsibilities:

• Manage reporting systems and continuous improvement programs
• Attend meetings, produce reports, and perform other duties as required

Person Specification:

• Experience: Minimum 2 years in a manufacturing planning role.
• Skills:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Stock Management Systems (like SAGE)
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities
• High attention to detail and organizational skills