Production Planner FTC

Position: Production Planner 12 months FTC
Location: Gloucestershire

Join Our Supply Chain Team at The Compleat Food Group! We are looking for a talented Production Planner to join our team and play a key role in keeping our operations running smoothly on a 12 months FTC If you're highly organised, analytical, and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Job Title:

Production Planner Chilled Food Manufacturing Shift Pattern: 05:00 am
-16.30pm Sunday
- Tuesday for 2 weeks and every 3rd Week Sunday
- Wednesday

Location:

The Compleat Food Group, Tottle Bakery, Nottingham Salary:
Between £32,000 and £35,000 per annum depending on experience About The Compleat Food Group At The Compleat Food Group, were proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, were on a mission to create Food to Feel Good - great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat. Were home to some of the UKs most exciting and loved food brands, including Walls Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real Yorkshire Pudding Co.,

unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, and Harvey & Brockless. Alongside our branded portfolio, were a leading supplier of delicious own-label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added-value egg products, continental meats, dips and sauces and plant-based food to the UKs major retailers, as well as across food service. With over 6,000 talented colleagues across 17 sites, and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, were united by a shared ambition to shape the future of food for the better.

What Youll Be Doing Reporting to the Planning Manager , you'll be responsible for ensuring our manufacturing processes are planned in the most efficient and cost-effective way while making sure customer orders are delivered on time and in full. This is a pivotal role that connects multiple departments across the business, helping to balance customer demand, production capacity, labour requirements, and material availability to create effective production plans.

Process customer orders and communicate key information across the business. Analyse sales forecasts and work closely with the Commercial Team to understand customer demand. Create and maintain production schedules for both Pre-Bake and Post-Bake operations. Consider production capacity, labour availability, equipment performance, raw materials, efficiency targets, and delivery schedules when planning. Monitor factory performance throughout the day and respond proactively to any deviations from plan.

Reconcile daily stock reports and investigate variances. Support cost control by considering labour and material costs within planning decisions. Maintain and improve planning systems, processes, and reporting tools. Build strong working relationships with Production, Commercial, Logistics, and Supply Chain teams. Produce KPI reports for senior management and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. Provide cover for Material Controller and Logistics Coordinator duties when required.

Deputise for the Planning Manager during periods of absence.

What Were Looking For :
Previous experience in a Production Planning role is desirable.

Experience with in a manufacturing environment would be advantageous. Understanding of manufacturing processes and production workflows. Strong computer skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and ERP systems. Excellent organisational and planning abilities. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet tight deadlines. High attention to detail. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Proactive, adaptable, and able to make informed decisions in a fast-moving environment.

Why Join Us? At The Compleat Food Group, we believe our people are the heart of our success. Thats why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing, and career growth:
Financial & Lifestyle Benefits Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension 20 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays with the option to purchase extra Holiday Discounts via our online retail platform Access…