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Planning and Inventory Manager
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 50,000 - 60,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
Expire in: a month
Job Description
My FMCG manufacturing client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Planning and Inventory Manager to support operations at their site nr Bury St Edmunds.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced role, consistently striving to optimise customer experience by achieving exceptional product availability.
Client Details
My client is a leading UK-based FMCG manufacturer, supplying high-quality ingredients to a range of industries while championing sustainability and innovation. With a strong focus on operational excellence, career development, and employee well-being, they offer an exciting environment for ambitious individuals to grow and make a real impact.
Description
My FMCG manufacturing client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Planning and Inventory Manager to support operations at their site nr Bury St Edmunds.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced role, consistently striving to optimise customer experience by achieving exceptional product availability.
Achieving a product availability target of 99.5%
Issuing a weekly production plan and daily schedule for site
Owning the site's weekly exception and adherence reporting to support plan execution
Supporting the maintenance of BOMs
Driving issues to resolution within the week or period (addressing exceptions to the S&OP plan)
Managing silos and silo differentials
Tracking and analysing key site measures, and challenging performance based on these KPIs
Providing clear and concise information to the site leadership team to drive action and improvement
Managing relationships with key stakeholders and collaborating with supporting functions, e.g., procurement, finance, and customer service
Leading the capacity review process, including: r
un rate sign-off, available hours and labour, and gaining commitment to forward volumes
Profile
Experience & Skills
Experienced in production and material planning, inventory management and replenishment - gained within a complex FMCG manufacturing environment
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge and understanding of the S&OP processMotivation
Reliable and works on own initiative, in line with operating practices, to deliver accurate work on time
Continuously strives for improvement and takes pride in delivering high-quality work
A strong team player who actively encourages and supports others
Demonstrates a high level of customer service consistentlyPersonal Effectiveness
Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Quickly builds confident working relationships and establishes credibility with stakeholders
Well-organised with the ability to effectively manage and prioritise workload
Strong influencing skills, able to manage objections with sound justification while maintaining credibility
Demonstrates effective time management, planning, and workload ownership
Capable of working under pressure and meeting tight deadlinesDecision Making
Applies sound business rationale and judgement when making decisions
Able to understand customer requirements and manage expectations effectivelyJob Offer
The successful candidate for this Planning and Inventory Manager will be offered up to £60,000 plus package.
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