3rd Party Planning Executive

Job Title: 3rd Party Planning Executive

Location: Any Hub

Contract and Working Pattern: Hybrid, permanent

• Production Planning: Build and manage the 13-week third-party production plan based on resource capacity.
• Material Management: Ensuring materials are availability JIT to meet production requirements at third party manufacturers.
• Finished Goods Inventory Control: Monitor stock levels to align with warehouse capacity and minimise slow-moving (SLOB) stock.
• Product Life cycles: Support NPD/EPD processes and production projects with third-party manufacturers.
• S&OP Support: Facilitate monthly planning clinics to identify and escape long-range capacity risks.
• Stock Deployment: Coordinate primary stock movements with logistics and customer service teams.
• Team Backup: Build strong stakeholder relationships and deputise for the Planning Manager when required.

• Experience in supply planning within a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of MRP/DRP/ERP systems and stock deployment techniques.
• Advanced IT skills
  , specifically using Excel or Google Sheets.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate data, manage risks, and maintain production flows.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal and external teams.
• Willingness to travel to third-party manufacturing locations and AG Barr sites.

• Prior experience working directly with third-party manufacturers (3PM).
• Experience supporting the supply element within an S&OP cycle.
• A proactive approach to process improvement and professional development.

• Uncapped bonus linked to business performance
• Defined contribution Pension
• Up to 34 days holiday (depending on shift pattern)
• Flexible holiday trading
• Flexible cash pot to spend on benefits
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashbacks, gym memberships, technology purchases etc
• Life assurance
• Save as you earn scheme
• Staff sales discount
• Free AG Barr products throughout your working day and staff sales
• Annual salary review
• Ongoing professional development and access to Learning and Development programmes and content

We are an equal opportunities employer and happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be needed for successful candidates with a disability, health or mental health condition.