Materials & Production Planner – Up to £40,000
Redditch | 100% On Site | Early Shift: 04:30–13:00
Are you an early riser who thrives in a fast-paced planning environment? Do you enjoy being at the heart of operations—where your decisions directly impact performance, customer satisfaction, and production success? This is your opportunity to join a leading food manufacturer in Redditch as a Production Planner, playing a critical role in shaping the daily operational flow and supporting the business’s strategic growth.
As part of the Supply Chain & Operations team, you’ll be responsible for producing accurate daily and provisional production plans, ensuring everything runs smoothly, efficiently, and on time. This is a hands-on, dynamic role with real visibility across the business. You’ll work closely with Planning, Production, Maintenance, Prep, and Commercial teams, becoming the go-to expert for operational flow and scheduling.
If you love a fast-moving environment, enjoy problem-solving, and want a position where every day brings fresh challenges and real responsibility, this role is ideal for you.
What makes this role exciting? You’ll have a direct impact on customer service, production efficiency, and OTIF performance. You’ll gain exposure across multiple departments and even deputise for the Planning Manager when required. It’s a great opportunity to grow your operational and supply chain expertise in a successful, supportive team. Plus, with an early start and early finish, you get your afternoons back, perfect for work-life balance.
Key Responsibilities
*Generate accurate daily production plans aligned with machinery availability, run rates, and customer demand.
*Plan for peaks, troughs, promotions, and product changes with accuracy and foresight.
*Continuously review schedules to minimise downtime and maintain efficient labour usage.
*Ensure vehicles depart on time with all required products to support excellent OTIF service levels.
*Work closely with Production, Maintenance, Prep, and Commercial teams to ensure materials and machinery are ready as needed.
*Troubleshoot planning issues and implement solutions quickly.
*Communicate effectively in daily meetings and throughout the working day.
*Deputise for the Planning Manager when required.
Please note: this role is 100% on-site and operates on a 04:30–13:00 shift. Planners start early to create same-day production plans based on live customer orders. This shift suits some people brilliantly, but it won’t be for everyone please consider this before applying.
What You’ll Need
*Strong Excel skills (including lookups, IF formulas, and range functions). This will be tested during recruitment.
*Experience using planning systems.
*Confident verbal and written communication skills.
*Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing business needs.
*Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
*Natural problem-solving ability.
*Previous planning or purchasing experience is desirable.
Why Apply?
If you’re driven, detail-focused, and excited by the idea of owning the planning process in a busy production environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact and further your career.
Ready to take the next step? Apply today and join a business where your work truly matters.