Job Title: Planning ManagerLocation: CambridgeshireSalary: £60,000-£65,000 per annumReference: HB2653965A leading Cambridgeshire based FMCG company are looking to strengthen the supply chain function with the addition of a Business Planning Manager. You will be tasked with leading and developing the planning team to deliver business goals and objectives.A key part of your role will be to manage the tactical and strategic planning functions, managing weekly production plans, ensuring delivery of capacity and labour planning whilst maintaining agreed customer service level. You'll need to manage the inbound supply chain to guarantee accurate stock levels, maintain the supply element of the S&OP process and engage effectively with key stakeholders. You will also need to look at methods of CI to improve the planning function and also utilise the ERP/MRP systems in place to support this. Developing key relationships with your team, other departments, customers and suppliers will be key to your role and a strong personality will be required to do this.Ideal Candidate* Experience as a Business Planning Manager or similar in an FMCG company* Experience in managing and leading a team* Ability to develop strong stakeholder relationships, including exposure to customers* Capability to work to tight deadlines and can make business critical decisions.* Excellent attention to detail in work* Continuous Improvement mindset* Strong understanding of factory processesIf you believe you have the skills and personality to fit these requirements, please get in touch with Will Malcolm at or by calling .By applying to this advertised job, you consent for Henderson Brown Recruitment Ltd to hold your information. Our privacy policy can be found on our website. At your request, this can also be sent to you.
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Henderson Brown Recruitment Ltd
Posted 7 hours ago, valid for 9 days
Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire PE28 2JJ
£50,000 - £60,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Planning Manager position is available at a leading FMCG company in Cambridgeshire with a salary range of £60,000-£65,000 per annum.
- The role requires experience as a Business Planning Manager or a similar position within the FMCG sector, along with proven team management skills.
- Key responsibilities include managing tactical and strategic planning functions, ensuring accurate stock levels, and engaging with stakeholders.
- Candidates should possess a continuous improvement mindset and a strong understanding of factory processes, with the ability to work under tight deadlines.
- The company is looking for a strong personality capable of developing relationships with team members, departments, customers, and suppliers.
