Job Title: Senior Logistics/Production Planner
Location: Samlesbury or Warton
Salary: £47,683.00+ depending on skills and experience

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES:

• Proven experience in Production planning, logistics, or supply chain roles within a manufacturing environment, with the ability to thrive in a fast paced, evolving environment.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and strong Excel or planning software skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive, hands-on approach.
• A strategic mindset with excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with teams on the shop floor and beyond.
• Applicants who already hold a professional accreditation and qualification from a recognised Logistics/ Supply Chain institution or be willing to work towards one.
• Understanding of Transport and Logistics processes including export controls.
• Understanding of Inventory management policies and processes.

• Oversee end-to-end production planning, coordinating with cross-functional teams to align manufacturing with business objectives.
• Develop and maintain detailed capacity plans, proactively balancing constraints to meet production targets.
• Facilitate the demand forecasting and capacity planning, using data-driven insights to meet customer needs with operational capabilities.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to optimise the supply chain, reduce lead times, and improve service levels.
• Identify process improvements and implement best practices across production and logistics to support business growth.