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.

• 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

• Proven experience in production planning and scheduling, ideally within FMCG

• Strong understanding of supply chain processes

• ERP experience (eg M3) and strong Excel skills

• Confident communicator, organised and comfortable working under pressure