Senior Planner

Position: Senior Planner (Permanent)
Production Scheduling Manager / Senior Production Scheduler

Fixed Term Contract for 12 months.

Salisbury - Site-based (with some flexibility for home working)
Sector: FMCG / Manufacturing

Scantec are recruiting for an experienced Production Scheduling professional to lead a production planning team within a fast-paced manufacturing environment on a Fixed Term contract.

This role is key to delivering high service levels while balancing operational efficiency, labour planning and inventory control.

Key Responsibilities

Produce and issue production plans aligned to customer demand and the Master Production Schedule

Lead and develop a small team of production schedulers

Work closely with Manufacturing, Supply Planning, Demand Planning and Logistics to optimise production and labour deployment

Identify and manage short-term supply constraints and risks

Deliver customer service level KPIs

Manage finished goods inventory and master data, with focus on low-life stock

Lead weekly planning meetings and contribute to daily site and Tier 3 meetings

Uphold Health & Safety and quality standards

Deputise for the Production Scheduling Manager and provide holiday cover when required

Skills & Experience

Proven experience in production planning and scheduling, ideally within FMCG

Strong understanding of supply chain processes

ERP experience (e.g. M3) and strong Excel skills

Confident communicator, organised and comfortable working under pressure