We are seeking a skilled Production Planning Specialist to shape production planning and customer success. This role ensures operations run smoothly, efficiently, and in line with customer demand.
In this key position, you will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including Operations, Sales, New Product Development (NPD), and Commercial to influence short-to-medium term capacity planning and support new product launches that drive business growth.
Your responsibilities include:
* Coordinating closely with Operations and Sales to plan production lines aligned with customer demand
* Overseeing production planning across both High Risk and Low Risk areas
* Executing weekly stock holding policies and monitoring ageing inventory daily
* Maintaining service, schedule adherence, and waste Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) at consistently high levels
* Contributing to capacity planning for short- and medium-term horizons
* Partnering with NPD, Operations, and Commercial teams to manage the smooth introduction of new products
The ideal candidate has excellent organisational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel), and a clear and confident communication style.
We offer a culture of innovation, collaboration, and development, providing opportunities to build expertise, expand leadership skills, and make a visible impact on our organisation's success.