Production Planning Manager

Michael Page is exclusively partnering with a Global Blue Chip Food Business, based in Greater Manchester, recruiting a Planning Manager. Lead a small team, drive planning activity across a core site for the wider business, and champion supply chain best practice.

Client Details

We are a dynamic and fast-growing food business committed to delivering high-quality products to our customers. With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and excellence, we are seeking a Production Planning Manager, to be based in their Greater Manchester site, to join our dedicated team and play a vital role in our operational success.

As the Production Planning Manager, you will be at the heart of our manufacturing operations, ensuring that production schedules align with customer demand, resource availability, and efficiency goals. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will lead the planning team to maintain seamless coordination between sales, production, and supply chain departments.

Description

The role of Planning Manager, based in Greater Manchester, will oversee:

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain production schedules to meet customer orders and optimise plant efficiency.
• Work closely with the procurement and supply chain teams to ensure the availability of raw materials and packaging.
• Monitor production performance and identify opportunities for improvement in scheduling and resource allocation.
• Manage and update planning systems and tools, ensuring data accuracy.
• Liaise with sales teams to adjust production plans based on customer needs and market changes.
• Lead, coach, and develop the planning team to achieve departmental and business objectives.
• Collaborate with quality assurance teams to uphold product standards.
• Prepare regular reports and KPIs for senior management to track production planning performance.

Profile

About You:

• Proven experience in production planning within the food manufacturing industry or a similar FMCG environment.
• Strong understanding of production processes, supply chain logistics, and inventory management.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset.
• Competent in using ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Job Offer

Why Join Us?

• Be part of an innovative and supportive team passionate about food and customer satisfaction.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A workplace that values sustainability, quality, and employee well-being.
• Competitive salary package, including benefits such as yearly bonus scheme, pension scheme, private healthcare

Send your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role

Join us in shaping the future of food production. Apply today!