Job Description

ichiban UK is a privately-owned food manufacturer producing own label and branded sushi for the UK market

An opportunity is available for a

Planning & Materials Scheduler (6 month Fixed Term Contract)

working

Sunday to Tuesday and alternate Wednesdays 06:00 - 18:00 (including a one hour unpaid break)

.

The Role:

Receive and accurately process customer orders. Collate production information to produce daily packing and preparation plans.

Maintain Customer Portals to monitor despatch documentation and manage EPOD claims.

Collate and produce outload information for despatch of finished goods.

Maintain MS NAV with customer and supplier orders and record receipt of delivered goods.

Log receipt and despatch of Chep pallets via the Chep website, ensuring stock replacement within guidelines.

Schedule and order all ingredients and packaging in line with production forecasts.

Ensure scheduled deliveries are received on time, expediting where necessary.

Liaise with hauliers and despatch teams to ensure timely collection of finished goods.

Build and maintain positive relationships with customers, hauliers, and suppliers.

Produce management reports and information as required.

Update and manage Stock File, including adding new ingredient lines and issuing to High-Risk areas.

Ensure site inventory stock level policies are adhered to.

Liaise and coordinate with relevant factory personnel to ensure accountabilities are met.

Ensure safety awareness, housekeeping, and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) are upheld.

Maintain standards of quality, food safety, legality, hygiene, and housekeeping appropriate to a food manufacturer.

Communicate effectively with team members, peers, other functions, and management. Encourage open communication and support Safety, Environment, and Facilities representatives.

Represent the company professionally with internal and external stakeholders.

Any other duties as required.

Person Spec:

Previous experience of Planning or Materials Scheduling

Good level of English and numeracy

Flexible approach to work

Good PC skills in Excel, Word and Email

Accurate work ethic - attention to detail

Good interpersonal skills

Any additional training required will be given

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: 30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person