E3 Recruitment

Production Planner

Production Planner to join a leading FMCG & Personal Care company based in the Greater Cardiff area on a 6 month fixed term contract (with view to extend or transfer into a permanent role after this), for a salary of up to £32,000 per annum (£15.78 per hour).

This contract position as Production Planner is working closely with key stakeholders on site, so there is no option to work from home.

This is a days based role working 08:00 - 16:30 Mon - Thurs and 08:00 - 13:00 on Friday.



The Production Planner acts as the liaison between the customer and the factory, understanding and converting customer demand into line plans ensuring On Time In Full Delivery.



The Production Planner will hold:



  • A good standard of education, including AS Level Maths, English or equivalent.

  • An experienced level of Excel.

  • ERP software experience - ideally SAGE, but open to SAP etc.

  • Experience working within an FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer goods) Manufacturing environment.

  • Proven experience working in a similar planning role.

  • Understanding of supply chain.

  • The ability to communicate appropriately with external and internal stakeholders via phone and face to face.



Responsibilities of the Production Planner :



  • Receipt and analysis of customer orders and forecasts for existing products and launch products.

  • Responsible for the creation of a realistic and fluid plans, taking into account business constraints.

  • You will liaise extensively with internal departments and external parties, ensuring clear communication and effective execution of the role.

  • The Production Planner will monitor and measure On Time In Full results to ensure agreed objectives are met.

  • You will complete daily and monthly reporting.



Please apply direct for further information regarding this Production Planner position.


  • Start: ASAP
  • Rate: £32000 - £32000.00 per annum
  • Location: Pontyclun, Wales
  • Type: Contract
  • Industry: Other
  • Recruiter: E3 Recruitment
  • Contact: Megan Saunders
  • Tel: 01484 645269
  • Fax: 01484 500385
  • Email: to view click here
  • Posted: 2024-10-23 09:38:26 -

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