Planning Manager

REED Supply chain has partnered with a leading player in the FMCG manufacturing industry, dedicated to delivering high-quality products to their customers. They pride themselves on innovation, sustainability, and excellence in everything they do. This business is on an exciting journey to modernise and transform their production facility with continuous improvement measures.

They are seeking a dynamic and experienced Planning Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the planning function and coordination of production schedules, ensuring optimal use of resources, and meeting customer demands efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement production plans to meet customer requirements and company objectives.
• Coordinate with various departments (e.g., procurement, production, logistics, sales) to ensure seamless operations.
• Monitor inventory levels and manage stock to prevent shortages or excesses.
• Analyse production data and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.
• Lead and mentor a team of planners, providing guidance and support.
• Collaborate with suppliers and customers to ensure timely delivery of materials and products.
• Manage demand and capacity planning to ensure production capabilities align with market needs.
• Work closely with the sales team to achieve accurate forecasts and align production schedules with sales projections.
• Prepare and present regular reports on production performance and planning activities to senior management.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in production planning within the FMCG industry.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Leadership experience with a track record of managing and developing supply chain and planning teams.