Supply Chain Planner

Join my clients FMCG Food business as Supply Chain Planner Be the go to for Supply Chain related queries Client Details My client are a growing FMCG business passionate about their people! Description To produce and communicate accurate and reliable production plans to maximise sales and service while minimising cost per unit. This includes materials, labour and line planning and scheduling and requires liaison with production, hygiene and engineering and external parties including customers, hauliers, and suppliers. To download orders from customers and update production plans making any changes as necessary and communicate with 3rd parties. To monitor progress against production plan ensuring we are where we think we are. To purchase flour for both sites ensuring we have the right amount at the right time and communicate with suppliers. Communicate our transport requirements to our hauliers ensuring we have the right number of lorries at the right time and manage communication with all parties when things are not according to plan. This includes the establishment of cost-effective vehicle scheduling and management of issues that may impact on this (vehicle problems and factory issues which may cause delays). To assist with ensuring we always have enough baskets on site to ensure effective running and liaising with all 3rd parties regarding collections to address any significant changes in requirements. To ensure baskets are collected in as cost-effective method as possible - this requires monitoring average collection cost per basket and liaising with 3rd parties to optimise vehicle/fill, collection points etc. to drive down the average cost per basket. To engage senior management if there are any significant issues affecting any of the above being achieved. To assist with the implementation of new systems and processes that assist with the smooth running of the operation while also building a robust planning process for the future business. To have robust processes that ensure effective running during weekends and holidays and people know what to do in exceptional circumstances.Profile Personable Strong problem solving and decision-making skills. Clear communication skills Organised, methodical and conscientious. Structured/organised Solution focused. Shows initiative. Thorough and pays attention to detail. Resilient Shows courage, openness, and honesty in all dealings.Job Offer Salary flexible based on experience Shift Pattern 4 on 4 off Working Hours 7am -5pm Leicester site Pension 5% Holidays 26.5 days' including public holidays