Job Title – Production Planner

Production Planner

Location: Cambridge
Salary: £40,000
Shift: Monday to Friday (8:00am – 4:30pm)

Job Role of the Production Planner

An excellent opportunity has become available for a Production Planner to join a well-established and growing food manufacturing business with a strong heritage and global supply network.

Working within a collaborative planning team, you will report directly to senior leadership and play a key role in coordinating production, stock control, and supply chain activities across site.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a hands-on, fast-paced environment and wants to develop their technical planning skills within a stable and respected organisation.

Sector – FMCG

Key Responsibilities

• Manage production planning and stock transactions
• Coordinate packaging and pallet planning / ordering
• Organise transport and logistics where required
• Handle administration tasks including delivery note processing
• Communicate production schedules and updates across supply chain and customers
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Carry out toll milling and processing calculations
• Coordinate third-party production and processing activities
• Track and report KPIs related to production performance (OEE and operational targets)
• Develop and maintain medium-term production plans (up to 4 weeks ahead)
• Provide cover for Production & Logistics Planning when required

Non-Negotiable Requirements

• Previous experience in a Planner role
• Experience working within a manufacturing or production environment

Requirements for the Production Planner

• Strong communication skills across multiple departments
• Good understanding of production processes and planning systems
• Competent with data, reporting, and KPI tracking

The Production Planner Will Benefit From

• Working for a long-established and reputable food manufacturing business
• Stable Monday–Friday days role offering a strong work-life balance
• Benefits package including:
• Pension
• Life assurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Ongoing technical development and on-the-job training

Additional Information

• This role offers strong technical progression, with exposure to multiple areas of production and supply chain
• Ideal for someone who is proactive, hands-on, and enjoys problem-solving