Production Planner

Production Planner

We have a new opportunity for a Production Planner to join our brilliant Supply Chain team at our site based in Middlesbrough!

About The Compleat Food Group

At The Compleat Food Group, we’re proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, we’re on a mission to create Food to Feel Good – great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat.

We’re home to some of the UK’s most exciting and loved food brands, including Wall’s Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, and Harvey & Brockless. Alongside our branded portfolio, we’re a leading supplier of delicious own-label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added-value egg products, continental meats, dips and sauces and plant-based food to the UK’s major retailers, as well as across foodservice.

With over 6,000 talented colleagues across 17 sites, and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, we’re united by a shared ambition to shape the future of food for the better.

We are backed by European private equity firm PAI Partners.

Location: Middlesbrough

Hours: 4on  4off: 5am – 5pm

Salary:  £30,000 – £32,000

Purpose:

We are looking for a Production Planner to manage and optimise production schedules, inventory levels, and supply chains, ensuring efficient, on-time manufacturing and smooth workflow across the site.

Main Duties:

• Production plan management – ensure schedules consider capacity, outload times, material & equipment availability, efficiency, and labour requirements. Discussion with stakeholders daily.
• Create seasonal freeze plans to maintain service level during peak periods.
• Through collaborative working with purchasing, ensure they are aware of order fluctuations allowing them to review stocks and address accordingly
• Daily sleeve requirements
• Perishable & fresh raw materials forecasting
• Purchase orders & call off for daily fresh & longer lead time items
• Actively analyse potential stock issues eliminating shortages and/or waste
• Communicate clearly any potential shortages to the site ahead of time after exploring all options to eliminate
• Daily KPi’s – Populate and play an active part in discussing the outputs in the meeting (Service Level / Plan attainment & Christmas plans)
• Sales v Forecast analysis, communicating findings to the team, purchasing and commercial, taking relevant actions in your day to day planning
• Maintain & evolve planning systems & tools
• Have the ability to update planning systems with new products, recipe changes and/or run rates based on efficiency analysis
• Have the ability to step in and cover for the other site in times of need

Skills & Competencies:

Experience:   

• Previous experience in Production Planning ideally in chilled food manufacturing 
• FMCG background 

Key Skills: 

• Proficient in Excel & ERP systems 
• Analytical & attentative to detail 
• Problem solving & organisational skills 
• Excellent communication skills 
• Understands key performance metrics to drive improvement 
• Time management 

Why Join Us?

At The Compleat Food Group, we believe our people are the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and career growth:

Financial & Lifestyle Benefits:

• Salary Sacrifice Schemes – including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension
• Annual leave with an option to purchase extra days
• Holiday Discounts via our online retail platform
• Access to enhanced retail discounts online and in-store
• Free product handouts across our sites, so you can sample and enjoy our delicious products first hand
• EV charging points – available at selected sites

Health & Wellbeing:

• 24/7 access to Grocery Aid for free financial, emotional, and practical support
• Physical Wellbeing Hub – free on-demand exercise classes, gym discounts
• Free diet & nutrition advice with access to thousands of healthy recipes
• Online wellbeing support – from mindfulness to lifestyle resources
• Financial wellbeing tools – including mortgage calculators, budgeting tools, and financial aid

Career Growth & Development:

• Access to a personalised online learning platform (LMS)
• Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your role
• Performance Development Plans and regular Career Conversations
• Company Mentoring Scheme  to add depth and really support your career journey
• Recognition through Club Compleat rewards

Community & Culture:

• 2 paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes that matter to you
• Charity initiatives and fundraising events
• Team socials to connect and celebrate together
• Employee networks & support groups – including Women @ Compleat
• New baby gift for new parents

The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.

We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.

Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.

Recruitment Agencies: 

We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team. 

If you would be interested in working with us please send a message to recruitment@compleatfood.com  and should we have any roles we need additional support with we will reach out to you.