Job Description
Are you an organised, analytical and proactive planner with experience in Fresh Produce, FMCG, or Chilled Food Manufacturing? This is your opportunity to step into a pivotal middle-management role where no two days are the same.
Join a fast-paced, in the area of Kent, 7-day operation supplying major UK retailers with thousands of tonnes of high-quality fresh produce. You'll be at the heart of operations, balancing daily production planning with stock management and customer service.
What You'll Be Doing:
Create and manage daily production plans aligned to customer orders and factory capacity
Optimise stock usage using FIFO and quality insights
Build short, medium, and long-term planning strategies
Act as daily point of contact for key customers
Manage stock accuracy via ERP system (Woodstar)
Collaborate with Packhouse, Warehouse, Commercial and QC teams
Use KPIs to drive efficiency and profitability
Provide weekend cover (1 in 3) with time back in lieu
What We're Looking For:
Experience in Fresh Produce, FMCG or Chilled Food Manufacturing
Strong ERP knowledge (Woodstar a bonus)
Confident communicator, planner, and decision-maker
Commercial mindset with an eye for efficiency and value
Able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
What's in it for You:
35k - 40k salary (negotiable for the right person)
23 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (BHs flexible)
Work with a high-performing, collaborative team
Autonomy, responsibility, and visibility with senior leadership
Opportunity to influence and shape planning strategy
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