Job Description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?


SDUK's brands include the Nation's favourite cheese brand Cathedral City plus other well-known butter & spreads (Clover, Country Life, Vitalite, Utterly Butterly), functional ingredients and dairy free products.


Are you a detail-oriented planner with a passion for driving operational excellence? We're looking for a Supply Chain Planner to join our team in Nuneaton on a

fixed term contract,

where you'll play a key role in ensuring our prepack production and third-party scheduling runs smoothly and efficiently.


This role is based full time at our Nuneaton site with a work pattern from Monday - Friday, 37 hours per week with flexible hours available.

YOU'LL MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS THAT MATTER BY...

Developing and maintaining weekly/monthly production plans to optimise factory performance and cost efficiency. Managing finished goods stock control across internal and third-party systems. Leading weekly production/planning meetings and representing planning in daily site meetings. Collaborating with cross-functional teams including Operations, Engineering, Technical, Logistics, Demand Planning, and Customer Service. Monitoring and reporting on KPIs, providing insights and analysis to support continuous improvement. Supporting NPD projects and artwork changes, minimising write-offs and managing obsolete stock risks. Providing holiday cover for other planners and supporting MRP-related tasks.

YOU'RE BEST SUITED FOR THE ROLE IF YOU ARE...

Experienced in Production or Supply Chain Planning. Knowledgeable in production scheduling, OEE, and stock management principles. Proficient in Excel and other planning tools. Analytical, with the ability to reason logically and present findings clearly. A strong communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills. Able to see the bigger picture and influence across multiple levels of the business.

WE SUPPORT AND CARE FOR OUR EMPLOYEES BY PROVIDING YOU WITH...

Bonus scheme paid quarterly Autonomous and inclusive working environment Opportunities for progression within the UK and overseas Enhanced employer pension contributions Health cash plan - claim money back towards essential healthcare such as dental, eye care etc. Access to Thrive 24-hours a day - a leading and NHS clinically approved app which focuses on general wellbeing Long service recognised every 5 years Life assurance up to 4 x contractual pay Discounted branded products Free, onsite parking Individual allocated lockers Subsidised staff restaurant - opening 8am - 6.30pm & 9.30pm - 1am. 25 holidays + 8 bank holidays One paid workday a year to volunteer for a local community or charitable institutions of your choice Opportunity to swap traditional UK holidays for dates significant to your cultural and religious beliefs My Staff Shop - access to exclusive benefits, free advice and savings - providing great discounts from thousands of the UKs largest retailers & service providers.
For additional information on our benefits please go to uk.saputo.com/en/carees/employee-benefits


We are an accredited Disability Confident Employer where we strive to ensure our site is inclusive and accessible for all.

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join our team.

To enable you to bring your best we will ensure you are provided with any physical or non-physical adjustments to support your participation in the job application and interview process.

Agencies - Thank you for your interest in working with Saputo Dairy UK. We have a PSL who will be supporting us if needed. We do not pay fees or acknowledge any CV's supplied to Saputo Dairy UK unless you have been briefed on the role by a member of the Talent Acquisition Team.

In the UK, Saputo is a producer of leading British food brands and value-added ingredients. We manufacture a range of cheeses, dairy spreads, and dairy-free products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands including Cathedral City, Clover, Country Life, Frylight and Wensleydale.


Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success.


You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.