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Supply Planner

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A leading FMCG business based in Blackburn are looking for a Supply Planner to join their planning function. As Supply Planner you will be responsible for for effectively planning the sites production, managing the FG stock levels & driving OTIF to key customers.

About the role:

  • Plan work processes to meet work order requirements, maintain production schedules
  • use MRP to keep production orders regularly updated
  • Participate in production meetings
  • Be proactive in ways to drive supply chain improvements across the business
  • Work closely with purchasing and build strong supplier relationships and manage call offs with suppliers

About the person:

  • Previous experience within a planning role within a manufacturing environment
  • Strong communication skills, comfortable working cross functionally with key internal teams such as production and purchasing
  • Analytical mindset and good Excel and MRP skills

To apply for the role please send your CV to susannah.meadows@robertwalters.com

  • Plan work processes to meet work order requirements, maintain production schedules on a daily basis.
  • Using MRP to keep production orders regularly updated.
  • Attending and contributing to production meetings.
  • Finding ways to improve productivity.
  • Handling production disruptions and productivity problems.
  • Managing orders through BOM’s
  • Maximising OTIF standards
  • Managing FG stock levels and make bespoke customer orders on time and in full.
  • Working alongside the sales team to manage customer expectations.
  • Form a close working relationship with Purchasing department, and support with some Purchasing duties during holiday cover.
  • Knowledge or experience within the Packaging Industry would be advantageous.
  • Knowledge of production processes.
  • Previous experience of ERP/MRP systems is essential.
  • A passion for ensuring processes and procedures is the best they can be.
  • Strong communication skills, in both written and verbal.
  • Math and analytical skills
  • Adept to problem solving.
  • Positive attitude, especially when under pressure.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Procurement & Supply Chain

Focus: Supply Chain

Industry: Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain

Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Associate

Location: Blackburn

Job Reference: LH64L5-FFD2F021

Date posted: 23 October 2024

Consultant: Susannah Meadows

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