ERP - Supply Planning Lead / Production Planning Project Lead
| Posting date: | 13 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £45,000 + Benefits |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 June 2025 |
| Location: | Home Based |
| Company: | The Compleat Food Group |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 1072 |
Summary
Job Advert
ERP PRODUCTION PLANNING LEAD
Location: Home-based (UK) | Industry: Chilled Food Manufacturing | Travel: Frequent travel required to UK sites as needed
Type: Full-Time, 18 Month Fixed Term Contract
Are you ready to play a pivotal role in transforming how The Compleat Food Group plans and delivers its products across the UK? If
you’re an ERP-savvy supply chain professional who thrives on cross-functional collaboration, system innovation, and making things
happen, this could be the role for you.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We’re looking for a proactive and knowledgeable ERP - Production Planning Lead to join our dynamic ERP transformation program on
an 18 month Fixed Term Contract. Working from home (with frequent site visits as required), you’ll take full ownership of the
planning functionality within our evolving ERP system—leading the design, testing, roll-out, and optimisation of solutions that
will shape how we plan production across our network.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
* Collaborating with internal site teams and 3rd party vendors to scope, design, and deliver effective ERP planning solutions.
* Leading the testing and validation of ERP outputs to ensure short and long-term supply plans can be managed seamlessly.
* Becoming the in-house expert on ERP planning processes, supporting cross-functional teams and troubleshooting real-time issues
in a live environment.
* Developing and maintaining clear, user-friendly training materials, and providing coaching to ensure knowledge is embedded
across the business.
* Working through test scenarios independently and alongside key users to ensure robust deployment.
* Monitoring project timelines, flagging risks, and helping ensure on-time, cost-effective delivery.
* Supporting the ERP Supply Chain Lead and deputise when required.
* Maintaining a continuous improvement mindset, ensuring systems and tools evolve with the business.
ABOUT YOU
* Experienced in ERP (ideally in a chilled or FMCG supply chain environment), with a strong grasp of supply planning processes.
* Confident working cross-functionally with operations, IT, commercial and third-party providers.
* Skilled at interpreting business needs and translating them into functional ERP solutions.
* A natural friendly communicator, trainer, and collaborator—able to influence, coach, and build strong relationships at all
levels.
* Comfortable working independently, managing your time and deliverables, and supporting a wider project team.
* Flexible and willing to travel to TCFG sites as needed throughout the UK.
Benefits
* Car Allowance
* 33 Days annual leave
* 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
* Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
* Employee well-being and community support groups
* Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
* Charity Initiatives and Team events
* 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
* Physical Wellbeing Benefits – Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
* Online Wellbeing benefits
* Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools
* Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount
WHY JOIN US?
You’ll be at the heart of a high-impact transformation 18 month project within one of the UK’s most exciting fast growing chilled
food businesses. Your expertise will help shape how we plan, produce, and deliver quality products—supporting better decisions,
stronger performance, and a smarter future for our teams and customers. With a group of our size, there is every chance there
could be a long term opportunity for you at the end of the initial contract within a different role.
Are you ready to lead the future of ERP planning at TCFG? Apply now and help us deliver chilled food with precision and
innovation.
The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome
diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace. We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity,
and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we
provide all the support you need to succeed. Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the
application process.
Recruitment Agencies:
We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or
unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition
team.
If you would be interested in working with us please send a message to recruitment@compleatfood.com
[recruitment@compleatfood.com] and should we have any roles we need additional support with we will reach out to you.
ERP PRODUCTION PLANNING LEAD
Location: Home-based (UK) | Industry: Chilled Food Manufacturing | Travel: Frequent travel required to UK sites as needed
Type: Full-Time, 18 Month Fixed Term Contract
Are you ready to play a pivotal role in transforming how The Compleat Food Group plans and delivers its products across the UK? If
you’re an ERP-savvy supply chain professional who thrives on cross-functional collaboration, system innovation, and making things
happen, this could be the role for you.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We’re looking for a proactive and knowledgeable ERP - Production Planning Lead to join our dynamic ERP transformation program on
an 18 month Fixed Term Contract. Working from home (with frequent site visits as required), you’ll take full ownership of the
planning functionality within our evolving ERP system—leading the design, testing, roll-out, and optimisation of solutions that
will shape how we plan production across our network.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
* Collaborating with internal site teams and 3rd party vendors to scope, design, and deliver effective ERP planning solutions.
* Leading the testing and validation of ERP outputs to ensure short and long-term supply plans can be managed seamlessly.
* Becoming the in-house expert on ERP planning processes, supporting cross-functional teams and troubleshooting real-time issues
in a live environment.
* Developing and maintaining clear, user-friendly training materials, and providing coaching to ensure knowledge is embedded
across the business.
* Working through test scenarios independently and alongside key users to ensure robust deployment.
* Monitoring project timelines, flagging risks, and helping ensure on-time, cost-effective delivery.
* Supporting the ERP Supply Chain Lead and deputise when required.
* Maintaining a continuous improvement mindset, ensuring systems and tools evolve with the business.
ABOUT YOU
* Experienced in ERP (ideally in a chilled or FMCG supply chain environment), with a strong grasp of supply planning processes.
* Confident working cross-functionally with operations, IT, commercial and third-party providers.
* Skilled at interpreting business needs and translating them into functional ERP solutions.
* A natural friendly communicator, trainer, and collaborator—able to influence, coach, and build strong relationships at all
levels.
* Comfortable working independently, managing your time and deliverables, and supporting a wider project team.
* Flexible and willing to travel to TCFG sites as needed throughout the UK.
Benefits
* Car Allowance
* 33 Days annual leave
* 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
* Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
* Employee well-being and community support groups
* Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
* Charity Initiatives and Team events
* 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
* Physical Wellbeing Benefits – Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
* Online Wellbeing benefits
* Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools
* Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount
WHY JOIN US?
You’ll be at the heart of a high-impact transformation 18 month project within one of the UK’s most exciting fast growing chilled
food businesses. Your expertise will help shape how we plan, produce, and deliver quality products—supporting better decisions,
stronger performance, and a smarter future for our teams and customers. With a group of our size, there is every chance there
could be a long term opportunity for you at the end of the initial contract within a different role.
Are you ready to lead the future of ERP planning at TCFG? Apply now and help us deliver chilled food with precision and
innovation.
The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome
diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace. We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity,
and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we
provide all the support you need to succeed. Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the
application process.
Recruitment Agencies:
We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or
unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition
team.
If you would be interested in working with us please send a message to recruitment@compleatfood.com
[recruitment@compleatfood.com] and should we have any roles we need additional support with we will reach out to you.