Contract and working pattern: Hybrid, permanent
Position Overview
As a Third Party Planning Executive, you will be a pivotal link in our fast‑paced FMCG supply chain, driving the day‑to‑day balance between external production capacity and exceptional customer service. You will master a 13‑week production plan, optimise inventory strategy to eliminate waste, and confidently champion our brand when collaborating with third‑party manufacturers.
Responsibilities
- Build and manage the 13‑week third‑party production plan based on resource capacity.
- Ensure JIT availability of materials to meet production requirements at third‑party manufacturers.
- Monitor finished‑goods inventory levels to align with warehouse capacity and minimise slow‑moving stock.
- Support NPD/EPD processes and production projects with third‑party manufacturers.
- Facilitate monthly planning clinics to identify and escalates long‑range capacity risks.
- Coordinate primary stock movements with logistics and customer‑service teams.
- Build strong stakeholder relationships and deputise for the Planning Manager when required.
Qualifications
- Experience in supply planning within a manufacturing environment.
- Working knowledge of MRP/DRP/ERP systems and stock deployment techniques.
- Advanced IT skills, specifically 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.
Desired Skills
- Prior experience working directly with third‑party manufacturers.
- Experience supporting the supply element within an S&OP cycle.
- Proactive approach to process improvement and professional development.
Benefits
- Uncapped bonus linked to business performance.
- Defined contribution pension.
- Up to 34 days holiday (depending on shift pattern).
- Flexible holiday trading.
- Flexible cash pot for benefits.
- Life assurance.
- Save‑as‑you‑earn scheme.
- Free AG Barr products during working day and staff sales.
- Annual salary review.
- Ongoing professional development and access to learning 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.
