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To ensure Service Levels are maintained at the highest level, by working closely with the Operations team to ensure the Plan provided is achievable, the most efficient / cost effective plan it can be, utilises any raw material / ingredients at risk of downgrade / write-off, whilst taking in to account any allergen / clean down requirements.
Job Responsibility:
Set Production Plans to maintain Service Levels at the highest level
Production Plans that are inline with Allergen / technical guidelines
Production Plans that ensure product is available OTIF for despatch
Production Plans that are as efficient / cost effective as they can be
Provide regular plan attainment updates to the business throughout the day
Communicate out any concerns at the earliest opportunity to allow for corrective actions to be put in place
Work Closely with the LR Team / Ing & RM Planners to ensure plans are aligned with raw material availability, in order to fulfil service / allow plan completion / reduce write-offs
Check & Challenge accordingly stock levels v projected
To monitor customer forecasts and orders as received, and report any significant variances including actual orders v forecast
Minimise / manage through OOC finished product with the Account Managers to ensure no downgrades / write-off of finished pack
Build and maintain SOP’s for the role
Look for and drive to Implement CI opportunities
Provide cover / support to other Supply Chain roles
Support wider business projects and drives (such as Second Nature)
Requirements:
Previous experience of FMCG manufacturing (preferably food related)
Applies continuous improvement techniques and processes
Able to operate under pressure and flex with production peaks, ensuring the planning & Operations team are supported and achieve their objectives
Knowledge of food quality, and Health & Safety standards
Good communication skills to liaise between different departments
Computer skills - ideally with Nav knowledge & good Excel skills
construction and interpretation of spreadsheets and accurate data input
Strong leadership and motivational skills
Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
Be able to prioritise, manage deadlines and make decisions
Good problem-solving skills and a “Can-do” attitude