Supply Stream Planner

We have a fantastic opportunity for a talented individual to join our team in Supply Chain as a Detailed Production Scheduler based in Halifax.

Do you have experience of a dynamic fast-paced supply chain environment? Do you have the ability to analyse and interpret data? Do you have the mind-set and initiative for continuous improvement? Then this could be the role you are looking for.

Nestlé Halifax Factory is the home of the iconic confectionery brands Quality Street & After Eight amongst several other well-known brands such as Munchies & Rolo. These are produced through controlled process plant and automated filling and packing lines.

A day in the life of a DPS Supply Planner

You will be responsible for creating and managing a short-term supply plan recognising all constraints within the supply stream for those assets you manage, to meet customer demand.

Key responsibilities of this role will include:

Managing stock projections and ensuring the production plan meets our demand requirements.

Reacting to changes in the MPS plan to ensure that we are making the right products at the right time to satisfy customer demands.

Working closely with Operations to create a detailed production plan that appreciates the constraints of the assets for both packing and manufacturing.

Controlling the inbound flow of key materials to the manufacturing operation., We are committed to equal opportunity for all and we may collect relevant data for monitoring purposes during our candidate registration process. Be yourself, everyone else is taken!

You will have strong knowledge and experience of supply chain preferably in an end-to-end planning or logistics role. You will have a strong problem-solving mind-set, as well as the ability to challenge and improve existing processes.

The role involves working with large teams and interacting with people of all levels (both internally and externally) and you will be required to be an effective influencer and communicator. With excellent numeracy and analytical skills, you will also demonstrate an excellent understanding of software applications e.g. SAP & Microsoft Office. Your excellent teamwork and communication skills will be accompanied with a self-motivated attitude and flexible approach.

This is a great opportunity to work within a talented and dedicated team, in what will be a challenging role. In return, we will offer you all the support and guidance necessary to succeed in this role.

Although this is a full-time Permanent opportunity, please speak to us about what flexibility means to you as we are always open to discuss individual's flexible working needs, don't let this stop you from applying., What can we offer in return? Great benefits you'd expect from a business the size of Nestlé - in the shape of a competitive salary and benefits package, bonus scheme, flexible working scheme, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays plus flex leave, pension scheme and a real focus on personal development and growth.