Production Planner

Salary/Rate:£30k - 40k per year
Job type:Full-time
Working Options:On-site
Town/City:Leeds
County:East Riding
Specialism:FMCG Recruitment
Job ref:96646
Post Date:March 17, 2026
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Meet Our Recruiter

About the Role

 

Are you ready to take the lead in production planning and make an impact?

Advocate Group is proud to represent a leading healthy pet foods brand in their search for a Production Planner to join their operations team.

 

The Business:

  • Rapidly growing business in the healthy pet foods sector

  • Strong company values with a focus on people, pets, and innovation

  • Excellent opportunities for career development and progression

 

The Role:

We are looking for a candidate that can make their mark and ensure efficient, cost-effective production. Here’s how:

  • Develop short-, medium-, and long-term production plans aligned to customer demand

  • Optimise production schedules and packing line efficiency

  • Monitor adherence to plans and replan proactively when needed

  • Collaborate closely with manufacturing, materials, commercial, and quality teams

  • Maintain accurate data in ERP systems and support continuous process improvement

 

About You:

  • Experience in production planning or scheduling within food or FMCG manufacturing

  • Strong understanding of manufacturing and packing processes

  • Proficient in ERP/MRP systems and data-driven planning

  • Excellent communication skills and ability to manage competing priorities

  • Passionate about delivering results, building relationships, and embracing innovation.

 

If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I’d love to speak to you!

Find out more about our available opportunities or how we can help you further your career – contact us today.

Please get in touch with Ciara Barr-Hall or click “Apply Now” to be considered for this vacancy.

Call: 020 7871 8000
Email: Ciara@advocate-group.co.uk

 

Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner to the FMCG and consumer product sectors.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Are you ready to take the lead in production planning and make an impact? Advocate Group is proud to represent a leading healthy pet foods brand in their search for a Production Planner to join their operations team.