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Role: Production Planning Manager
Salary: up to £40,000 per annum
Location: Plymouth – full time on site
Overview of the role:
Our client operates as a prominent entity in the retail landscape, specializing in grocery retail, home improvement, and furniture sectors. With a strong commitment to synchronizing network capacity with market demand, the organization focuses on optimizing distribution abilities to ensure they align with business expectations effectively. This newly created role is integral to advancing their planning strategies and operational efficiency.
This organization is looking for a Production Planner & Forecast Manager who will be vital in aligning distribution capabilities with market requirements. The successful candidate will engage in forecasting capacity needs while collaborating closely with multiple teams to grasp future business demands. Additionally, they will evaluate current operational capabilities and work with site teams to uncover any potential constraints in capacity commitments.
Responsibilities:
• Conduct comprehensive analyses and forecasting of capacity requirements across the distribution network.
• Collaborate with the commercial team to understand emerging business needs and demands.
• Evaluate the capacity of existing operations to meet future requirements.
• Work in partnership with site teams to verify capacity commitments and identify any operational constraints.
• Provide informative, data-driven reports to enhance strategic planning and decision-making.
• Act as a bridge between planning and operational functions to ensure effective collaboration.
Requirements:
• Previous experience in production planning, capacity planning, or related fields is essential, ideally with a background in logistics or distribution.
• A strong analytical mindset with expertise in data-driven planning and forecasting tools.
• Ability to interpret and translate commercial needs into actionable operational frameworks.
• Outstanding communication abilities complemented by strong stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive approach with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, on-site working environment.
Benefits:
• Attractive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and growth.
• A diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
• Staff discounts and additional perks.
• A supportive management structure and a collaborative team environment
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