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 ...