Production Planner

Production Planner to join a leading FMCG & Personal Care company based in the Greater Cardiff area for a salary of up to 32,000 per annum with a fantastic benefits package. This permanent position as Costing & Pricing Coordinator is working closely with key stakeholders on site, so there is no option to work from home. This is a days based role working 08:00 - 16:30 Mon - Thurs and 08:00 - 13:00 on Friday.

The Production Planner acts as the liaison between the customer and the factory, understanding and converting customer demand into line plans ensuring On Time In Full Delivery.

The Production Planner will hold:

• A good standard of education, including AS Level Maths, English or equivalent.
• A solid level of Excel, Outlook and ERP software skills.
• Experience working within an FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer goods) environment.
• Understanding of supply chain.
• The ability to communicate appropriately with external and internal stakeholders via phone and face to face.

Responsibilities of the Production Planner :

• Receipt and analysis of customer orders and forecasts for existing products and launch products.
• The Production Planner will be responsible for the creation of a realistic and fluid plans, taking into account business constraints.
• You will liaise extensively with internal departments and external parties, ensuring clear communication and effective execution of the role.
• The Production Planner will monitor and measure On Time In Full results to ensure agreed objectives are met.
• You will complete daily and monthly reporting.

Please apply direct for further information regarding this Production Planner position.