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Senior Planner

Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 45,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Stowmarket, Suffolk

Expire in: 19 days

Job Description

Senior Planner
 £40,000 - £45,000
 Stowmarket

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Planner ready to take the next step in their career, to join a successful and growing food manufacturing business. This role is key to driving site performance within the planning function and ensuring the smooth coordination of materials, production, and customer demands.

You'll take the lead in production and demand planning while working with a small team, driving best practice and continuous improvement across the function.

About the business:
 A well-established food manufacturer with a strong reputation in its category, supplying major UK retailers. The site offers a fast-paced, collaborative environment with a clear focus on team culture, development, and progression.

Key responsibilities:

Organise the planning function to deliver effective production and demand plans aligned with business objectives
The role reports into the Planning Manager
Coach and develop the planning team members to drive performance and capability
Oversee the creation and delivery of short- and medium-term production plans, ensuring efficiency and accuracy
Work closely with production, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure a smooth flow of materials and finished goods
Monitor and optimise stock levels, ensuring accurate inventory control and availability
Analyse data and performance KPI's to identify improvements and drive operational efficiencies
Act as a key point of contact for Planning ensuring clear and consistent communication across the site 

What you'll need:

Experience in production/supply planning within fast-paced manufacturing (ideally food)
Previous supervisory experience or readiness to step up
Strong analytical and excel skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management
Detail-oriented and adaptable in a dynamic environment 

This is a great opportunity to step into a Senior Planner role with a business that offers development. Apply today with your CV

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