Supply Chain Planner / FMCG

VANRATH are delighted to be assisting a major FMCG Client with the Recruitment of a Supply Chain Planner to join a dynamic and growing team based in their Armagh Site.

Salary / £43,000 + Benefits Package

Hours / Day Shift

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpretation of sales forecast and monitoring of stock movements;
• Develop and implement efficient production schedules to meet customer demand and optimise resource utilisation;
• Monitor and analyse production performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions;
• Collaborate closely with the commercial and operations teams to ensure smooth production flow and timely delivery of products;
• Manage stock levels to balance supply and demand;
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Purchasing materials to meet forecasted demand;
• Management of supplier's performance.

The Person:

• Experience in production planning or scheduling within a manufacturing environment;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team and to be flexible to accommodate the demands of a growing business and a small management team;
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and operations;
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Strong organisational and time management skills.

Preference will be given to candidates with:

• Experience of using an ERP system, would be ideal, but not essential.

For more information on this role and you believe you are qualified, please apply and we will reach out to you confidentially.

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