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Job Title: Supply Chain Planner

Location: Preston/Burnley/Darwen

Salary: c£27k to £30k

Overview: Are you a passionate and meticulous planner? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail is everything? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

As a Supply Chain Planner joining our established manufacturing operation, you will play a vital role in optimising our production planning and ensuring seamless coordination between our planning, production, and customer service teams.

The Experience Required:

* Food manufacturing or similar manufacturing experience.

* Strong ERP system knowledge (SAP, Oracle etc.).

* MRP systems planning tools experience.

* Strong project management skills.

The Role/Responsibilities:

* Drive and maintain production scheduling systems to maximise efficiency.

* Create and manage structured production schedules that optimise capacity and labour resources.

* Monitor and control work-in-progress levels to support production efficiencies.

* Collaborate with production and sales teams to identify and resolve potential scheduling challenges.

* Coordinate with purchasing department to ensure timely material availability.

* Participate in regular production standard reviews and maintain accurate planning data.

* Oversee production tracking systems and maintain shift calendars.

Company Overview:

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a forward thinking, proactive and innovative manufacturer who are going from strength to strength within the industry. You will have great opportunities for professional development working in a collaborative team environment.

We are seeking applications from talented Supply Chain Planners, Supply Chain Schedulers and Supply Chain Coordinators who live within Blackburn, Preston, Burnley, Chorley and surrounding areas.

How to Apply

If you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting reference MD/TNT/867 or phone (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.

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