This role will involve generating the production schedule ensuring it maximises customer service whilst minimising manufacturing costs. Analyse and effective communication of medium- and long-term capacity and / or labour constraints based on the current demand plan.

What are the main responsibilities of the job role?

• Generate achievable production schedules (materials, labour, capacity aligned)
• Support 98.5% customer service KPI
• Ensure planned volume does not exceed shelf-life cover
• Minimise changeovers (grouping allergens, sizes, fruit types, etc.)
• Gain manufacturing agreement on weekly plan
• Update Inventory Reports with service-risk SKUs and root causes
• Control finished goods and intermediate stock levels
• Review materials exception reports and report service impact
• Build and maintain relationships with main stake holders within the business

What are the key ingredients needed for the role?

• Strong analytical capability
• Structured planning discipline
• Confident cross-functional communication
• Inventory and capacity management expertise
• Comfort working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to make data-driven decisions under pressure

About The Company
We’re on an exciting mission here at Whitworths – to help boost the nutrient intake of the nation, improving general health of families using the goodness found in our delicious products. We’re the only brand that gives a credibly nutritious boost to breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, baking and beyond.

There are obviously many other reasons to come and work with us, but the biggest reason is so that you have a job you love and a company you are proud to say you work for. You will receive a competitive salary, 33 days holiday, a workplace pension, and in addition, you’ll also have access to a number of family friendly, health and lifestyle benefits. Culturally, we believe strongly in investing in our people, developing them in role and developing their careers within Whitworths.

Don’t just take our word for it, our people say the same, as demonstrated by our recent accreditation from Investors In People.