Shift Production Planner

Location:: Nottingham
Salary:: £33,824

Join Our Supply Chain Team at The Compleat Food Group!

We’re excited to offer an incredible opportunity for a Shift Production Planner to join our dedicated and professional Supply Chain team in Nottingham!

The purpose of this role is to ensure site manufacturing processes are planned in the most cost-effective way, whilst ensuring that production targets can be met on time.

Who We Are:

At The Compleat Food Group, we're on a mission to create delectable food that not only brings joy to your taste buds but also extends love to our planet. We fondly refer to it as 'Food to Feel Good' because we believe in savouring every bite whilst making a positive impact.

Our team of over c.6,500 remarkable individuals forms the core of all that we undertake. Their genuine passion drives the creation of delectable products for UK consumers, prominent retailers, and our thrilling market-leading brands such as Wall's Pastry, Squeaky Bean, and Unearthed.

Role Details:

Working Hours: 2 weeks of Wed- Sat 05:00-16:30, Saturday 05:00 – 14:00, then every third week Thurs – Sat 05:00-16:30, Saturday 05:00-14:00. Summer and Christmas periods may require longer Saturday shifts.

Role Type: Permanent, Full Time Role

Location: Tottle Bakery, Nottingham

Salary: Up to £33,824 per annum depending on experience

Your Duties Will Include:

Work effectively as part of a team to support the business in delivering customer orders in the most cost-effective way.
Process customer orders & communicate relevant information to the wider business.
Reconcile daily stock reports & react accordingly to variances.
Analyse sales forecasts & liaise with Commercial team to determine customer requirements.
Create production schedules for Pre-Bake & Post-Bake that consider capacity, outload times, material availability, efficiency, equipment availability, and labour requirements.
Monitor factory performance versus plan throughout the day & react accordingly to any deviation.
Considers the effect the plan has on labour & raw material costs.
Maintain & develop planning systems & tools.
Build relationships with supporting functions to ensure the businesses needs are met.
Report KPIs to senior management & propose ways to improve.
Provide cover for Material Controller & Logistics Co-ordinator duties when off shift, during holidays & sickness.
Deputise for Planning Manager during absence & annual leave.

Your Skills and Experience:

Ideally previous experience in Production Planning
Knowledge of manufacturing processes
Computer literacy – particularly in Excel & ERP system
Problem solving & organisational skills
Ability to meet deadlines
Attention to detail under pressure
Accuracy

Package and Benefits:

Dynamic Environment: You will be working in a fast-paced, future-thinking agile company where your contributions make a real difference.
Culture: Be part of a fantastic team that values diversity, innovation, collaboration and excellence.
2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
Employee well-being and community support groups
Charity Initiatives and Team events
24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)

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.

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.

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