Production Planning Assistant - Bedford, United Kingdom - Satarah Recruitment Limited

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Production Planning Assistant Job - Food Manufacturing


Are you a detail-oriented individual with a passion for numbers and a knack for managing complex processes? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where every day brings a new challenge? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you This company is a large, dynamic and innovative food manufacturing company based in Bedfordshire and is dedicated to delivering top-quality products to their customers.


The Job:

As a Production Planning Assistant, you will be an important part of our Clients site sales and planning team.

Your primary focus will be ensuring that all components of their supply chain align seamlessly to meet the company's commercial goals.

You will collaborate with various stakeholders to guarantee the availability of raw materials, maintain optimal stock levels, and contribute to the overall efficiency of their production processes.


Benefits:


  • Statutory Holidays and Pension scheme
  • Life Assurance x 3 salary
  • Staff discounts
  • Subsidised onsite Canteen
  • Salary: £24000£28000 DOE

About the Job:


  • Utilise planning tools to ensure the availability of raw materials for product manufacturing.
  • Accurately enter planned sales volumes into production plans.
  • Maintain and record daily KPI data to monitor performance.
  • Optimise stock levels to ensure efficient operations.
  • Cultivate strong relationships with both internal and external teams.
  • Provide timely reports highlighting stock imbalances.
  • Effectively manage stock levels within product life and available storage capacity.

About you:


  • Previous Strong Coordination and Administration experience ( From a food manufacturing business a bonus but not essential we will train you)
  • You could be a senior operative, QC, Team Leader, or Technical role in Food manufacturing currently
  • Proficiency in IT, including MS Office and other relevant software.
  • Strong numeracy skills and comfortable working with figures.
  • Ability to multitask, prioritise, and remain composed under pressure and tight deadlines.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, in clear and accurate English.
  • Proactive problemsolving abilities, with a keen eye for identifying and addressing potential issues.

Why apply:

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Learning and Growth: Comprehensive training will be provided, regardless of your prior experience. You'll have the chance to develop new skills and expand your expertise in the dynamic world of food manufacturing.
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Collaborative Environment: Join a diverse and supportive team that values open communication, innovation, and shared success.
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Impactful Work: Contribute directly to our company's growth and success by playing a crucial role in our production planning process.
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Career Development: We believe in nurturing talent from within and offer opportunities for advancement within the organisation.


Salary:
£24,000.00-£28,000.00 per year


Benefits:


  • Company pension
  • Life insurance
  • Onsite parking
  • Transport links

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Bedford, Bedfordshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person

Reference ID: 595

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