Job Description

Country Style Foods Ltd, is a modern craft bakery company that works closely with leading retailers and food service customers, specialising in high volume production of top-quality bakery products. With a history of baking going back over 150 years, we have the knowledge and experience to produce the finest products. We are proud of our heritage and excited about our future. This is an exciting new role, to join the Supply team as an additional Production Planner, to be based in Leeds at our Head Office production site.

Our employees are one of our key ingredients, and together they play a critical role in driving the continued success of our business!

Purpose of the role:

You will be responsible for ensuring products manufactured by Country Style are produced in a cost-effective way that meets quality specifications. You will ensure that goods are ready to distribute to customers in a timely fashion and the production and distribution of our products runs smoothly, while contributing to improving our production and distribution processes.

Key Accountabilities:

Responsible for daily and weekly production plans across our sites. By liaising with key areas of our business you will be responsible for ensuring our customer's orders are fulfilled, in full and on time. Produce daily and weekly production plans for several production sites across the company Review customer orders to ensure that these can be fulfilled, by considering several factors including stock, order volume, capacity, delivery time Produce statistical reports on efficiencies of production from sites, showing previous site efficiency to support analysis and development Excellent communication and direct contact with our customers to discuss their orders and enable you to accurately forecast delivery Liaise with our Production/Factory Managers to ensure that your production plans efficiently utilise the resources available Regular communication with our agreed storage and haulage suppliers to ensure that deliveries are made to the agreed timescales Develop and maintain detailed production schedules using SAP and other ERP systems to meet customer demands and optimise resource utilisation. Monitor production progress, identify potential delays or bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions promptly. Analyse production data to identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency enhancements through continuous improvement initiatives. Maintain accurate records of production activities, inventory levels, and scheduling changes. Support assembly line planning by scheduling work orders and ensuring availability of materials and components. Assist in implementing quality control measures to uphold product standards throughout the manufacturing process.

Qualifications:

Proven experience with SAP or other ERP systems in a manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of supply chain principles and production planning processes. Knowledge of mechanical systems, assembly processes, and process improvement methodologies. Experience with continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean or Six Sigma is desirable. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively under tight deadlines. Good communication skills to liaise across departments and coordinate activities efficiently. Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and implement process enhancements. Previous experience in quality control or chilled food manufacturing knowledge is advantageous but not essential. This role is ideal for motivated individuals eager to contribute towards streamlining manufacturing operations whilst fostering a culture of continuous improvement within a dynamic environment.

Essential:

Food Manufacturing experience within a chilled sector Strong IT skills, particularly utilisation of Microsoft Excel to a high level. Ability to effectively manage individual workload, under pressure and to a high degree of accuracy. Flexible approach to work Full open Visa status
If you hit the criteria above, apply today! Ensure to send an up to date CV, if you are working on a dependant Visa please advise and give full details. If you are in part time study please give details, in a covering email.

kathryn.bowring@countrystyle.co.uk

Our Commitment

We are dedicated to a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive. We welcome applications from colleagues of all backgrounds and are committed to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusivity across our company. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Please no agencies to canvas call sites or apply.

Job Type: Permanent

Benefits:

Discounted or free food On-site parking Referral programme
Work Location: In person