At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage production schedules and inventory to ensure product availability across markets.
- Company: Join a successful and growing wine business in Central London.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work model, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on quality and efficiency.
- Why this job: Be at the heart of the supply chain and make a real impact on operations.
- Qualifications: Experience in production planning and strong analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Your New Salary: £40-50k
Location: Central London (Hybrid, 3 days a week in the office, 2 from home)
Status: Permanent
Start: ASAP
Working hours: 38 hours per week
Who You'll be Working for: Highly successful and growing wine business.
Production & Supply Chain Planner - What You'll be Doing:
Sitting at the centre of the supply chain, the Production & Supply Chain Planner ensures product and packaging availability across all markets by balancing demand, capacity, and inventory. The role works cross-functionally with Operations, Logistics, Sales, and Quality to deliver production plans that meet customer service targets while managing stock and cost efficiency. The Planner is responsible for accurate scheduling, proactive risk management, and data-driven decision-making that supports the company's reputation for quality, reliability, and global reach.
- Production Planning and Scheduling
- Production schedules delivered accurately and on time
- Planned versus actual production alignment (target >95%)
- Downtime minimised through proactive scheduling and coordination
- Inventory and Stock Management
- Inventory accuracy in ERP system maintained above 98%
- Stock levels managed within agreed days of cover
- Obsolete or excess stock reduced annually
- Supply Chain and Supplier Performance
- On-time in-full (OTIF) delivery of raw materials and packaging above 95%
- Supplier delivery performance tracked and reported monthly
- Corrective actions implemented for repeated supply risks
- Logistics and Freight Coordination
- Finished goods dispatched OTIF to customers and distributors
- Freight costs monitored against budget with variances explained
- Third-party providers delivering consistently to service standards
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Positive feedback from Operations, Logistics, Sales, Finance, and Quality Assurance on accuracy, communication, and responsiveness
- Proactive collaboration with Sales & Marketing to manage residual or promotional stock
Production & Supply Chain Planner employer: People First Careers
At People First, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that values diversity and fosters employee growth. Located in Hampshire, our team enjoys a collaborative environment where innovation is encouraged, and opportunities for professional development are abundant, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment as a Service Coordinator.
