Planning and Logistics Team Leader

Vacancy Number: req
5754

Location: Ditton

Location Address:
Foundry Lane, Ditton
Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 8UB

United Kingdom

Closing Date: 11/02/2026

Croda is a FTSE
100 organisation driven around our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives™. With over 6,000 employees across 39 countries, we are focused on the research and development of novel and highly sustainable raw materials for the Life Sciences and Consumer Care sectors.

We are passionate and excited about how we can develop and utilise new technologies to shape and inspire changes within an ever-growing marketplace. As our business looks to deliver its ambitious strategy of growth, we are looking for a Planning and Logistics Team Leader to join our team at Ditton to support the delivery of an efficient and effective customer focused operational strategy.

Reporting to the Procurement & Supply Chain Manager, you will be responsible for the creation of production plans, improving delivery times to customers, stock management and managing the Supply Chain team.

At Croda, we believe our people are the heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an environment where you can grow, make a meaningful impact, and thrive.

• Extensive knowledge of SAP processes in the Sales & Distribution, Production Planning and Materials Management modules.
• Educated to a GCSE level.
• Very experienced in MS Office packages.
• Knowledge of site manufacturing, processes, products, tollers and suppliers.
• Excellent communication skills.

Be part of a team that values diversity, sustainability, and continuous innovation, where your ideas and contributions matter. The key duties & responsibilities of the role are:

• Production Planning
• Ordering of Raw Materials
• Movement of Goods to UK sites and distribution centres
• Management of the Supply Chain team (Planning and Warehousing teams)
• Stock management including the support of stock counting processes

Join a global organisation with countless opportunities for growth and leadership. The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:

• Defined benefit pension scheme
• 25 days paid holiday allowance (plus bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance
• Access to share plans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Car leasing scheme
• Generous parental leave
• Retail platform benefits
• Free car parking on Croda sites

The role is primarily site based with the occasional opportunity to work from home.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email

Croda recognises employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law.

In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.