Supply Chain & Packaging Coordinator
We are looking for a Supply Chain & Packaging Coordinator
Are you a materials Planner? Or do you have experience managing stock levels and budgeting in a production environment? Do you want the opportunity to make a real difference within the workplace? Are you happy to roll you sleeves up and get stuck in when the going gets tough? If you answers are 'YES, that's me!' then please read on....
Responsibility
The Job Role
Reporting directly to the Planning and Logistics Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring that all materials required for packing are kept at the correct stock and budget levels.
The responsibilities of the role include:
Divisional responsibility for setting and controlling of the packaging and trays budget.- Optimizing stock level replenishment and reporting on supplier performance indicators
- Divisional continual improvement within the packaging, trays, PPE and miscellaneous purchases.
- Monitor consumption of packaging on the lines and reconcile with stocks on NAV.
- Communicate with supplier’s long-term forecast and demands.
- Provide administrative support to supply chain and procurement where necessary, which may include holiday cover.
- Packaging management with KPI data relating to consumption and waste trends.
- Share the KPI’s and CIP plans results with others in team.
- Look at NPD and costings with a view to deliver cost saving and continuous improvement ideas divisionally.
What we are looking for
- A minimum of 2 years planning and packaging experience
- Ability to negotiate the best deals with suppliers by challenging prices.
- Ease of making contacts with vendors and establishing good relationships
- Strong communication skills both verbally and written.
- A real team player with a positive attitude to implement change.
What we can offer you
- Refer a family member or friend to join the team and receive £250!
- Monthly paid site performance bonus
- A safe and friendly working environment
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Life insurance of 2 x your salary
- Medicash Health Cash plan for you and your family
- Health and financial advice through an employee assistance programme (24/7 GP and counselling assistance!)
- Long service awards
- Be part of a fast-growing farming and food business with strong environmental and social values
- Work independently, but with support from our teams, gaining responsibilities fast.
Equal opportunities
Burgess Farms is an equal opportunities employer, which means we’ll consider all suitability qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic.