Planning Coordinator
| Posting date: | 04 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £32,000 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 October 2025 |
| Location: | Crewe |
| Company: | The Compleat Food Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1297 |
Summary
Job Advert
Planning Coordinator
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Planning Coordinator to join our supply chain team in Crewe.
At The Compleat Food Group we’re not just serving up great food, we’re creating an environment where our people can thrive. As one
of the leading chilled prepared food manufacturers in the UK food industry, we believe that our employees are the secret
ingredient to our success. We’re passionate about fostering a culture where quality, innovation, collaboration, and personal
growth are at the forefront.
Location: Crewe
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8am – 4:30pm
Salary: £32,000
Job Purpose
To assist with daily/weekly tasks relating to the overall production planning for both the Savoury/Ready Meals and Confectionery
factories, across all frozen and chilled product sectors
Key Duties, Responsibilities & Accountabilities:
Main Responsibilities:
* Assist in ensuring that our overall planning approach optimises production run lengths/SKU stock levels whilst at the same time
minimises our working capital exposure and constantly maintains the minimum required customer service levels across all product
sectors.
* Assist in data gathering and cover during absence/holiday to produce a weekly production plan for both factories that respects
both the available capacities of each respective production line and the required Technical, Food Safety and Hygiene policies
as well as external accreditation and customer specific standards/specifications. If necessary, adjust the plan accordingly to
minimise the impact of any projected customer service level issues and notify the Commercial team in advance of any specific
customer shortages.
* Assist in ensuring that the required amounts of raw materials and packaging are available for every weekly production plan.
* Be fully up to date with all the latest operational KPI’s by line/SKU (eg OEE%, waste etc..) and ensure that they are taken
fully into account when producing the weekly production plans.
* Assist in continually monitoring overall finished goods stock levels to ensure that we can both maintain future customer
services levels and to reduce the risk of any potential obsolescent finished goods stock, raw materials and packaging. Produce
weekly stock level reports to highlight any major areas of concern and proactively propose delists for slow moving SKU’s.
* Work with the New Product Development (NPD) team to ensure that all agreed EPD/NPD Projects are delivered on time, to agreed
customer brief/expectations and in line with anticipated product cost standards.
Key Contacts:
* Internal – Operations, Commercial, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, & Finance.
* External – Key Customers, Raw Materials & Packaging Supplier Contacts.
Health, Safety & Environment Responsibilities:
* Know Health & Safety responsibilities, the site rules, and bring to the attention to issues that could affect own, or others
Health, Safety & Welfare.
* Work in a safe manner at all times
* Fully comply with all signage, notices, warning labels etc.
* Bring to the attention of your manager any hazards or unsafe conditions that may lead to injury, ill health, or damage.
* Participate fully in all Health, Safety & Environmental training sessions, and Safety Briefings / Toolbox Talks
* Not misuse of interfere with anything provided to ensure the safety of yourself and others.
* Ensure a good standard of housekeeping is maintained within the working environment to minimise the risk of injury to
themselves or others.
* Correctly use and store the protective clothing and equipment provided.
* Report all injuries, near misses, and instances of ill health that occur to them at work and obtain the necessary First Aid
Treatment.
* Help in the investigation of accidents in order to prevent recurrence.
* Set a good example of safe behaviour, particularly to new starters and young persons.
Food Safety & Quality Responsibilities:
* Works to required food safety & quality standards.
* Observes the site personal hygiene requirements.
* Ensure that correct procedures are being followed, paperwork is being filled out correctly and the quality of product is
good.
* Ensuring working area is clean and tidy.
* Encourage good practice and challenge poor practice relating to CAYG (Clean as you go) and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
* Production Planning Experience
* Working knowledge of TROPOS and/or associated systems
* Proven ability to plan, organise and communicate.
* Knowledge of baking process and the functionality of key raw materials.
* High level of IT Skills, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
What's in it for you?
* Dynamic Environment: You will be working in a fast-paced, future-thinking agile company where your contributions make a real
difference.
* Culture: Be part of a fantastic team that values diversity, innovation, collaboration and excellence.
* 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
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.
Planning Coordinator
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Planning Coordinator to join our supply chain team in Crewe.
At The Compleat Food Group we’re not just serving up great food, we’re creating an environment where our people can thrive. As one
of the leading chilled prepared food manufacturers in the UK food industry, we believe that our employees are the secret
ingredient to our success. We’re passionate about fostering a culture where quality, innovation, collaboration, and personal
growth are at the forefront.
Location: Crewe
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8am – 4:30pm
Salary: £32,000
Job Purpose
To assist with daily/weekly tasks relating to the overall production planning for both the Savoury/Ready Meals and Confectionery
factories, across all frozen and chilled product sectors
Key Duties, Responsibilities & Accountabilities:
Main Responsibilities:
* Assist in ensuring that our overall planning approach optimises production run lengths/SKU stock levels whilst at the same time
minimises our working capital exposure and constantly maintains the minimum required customer service levels across all product
sectors.
* Assist in data gathering and cover during absence/holiday to produce a weekly production plan for both factories that respects
both the available capacities of each respective production line and the required Technical, Food Safety and Hygiene policies
as well as external accreditation and customer specific standards/specifications. If necessary, adjust the plan accordingly to
minimise the impact of any projected customer service level issues and notify the Commercial team in advance of any specific
customer shortages.
* Assist in ensuring that the required amounts of raw materials and packaging are available for every weekly production plan.
* Be fully up to date with all the latest operational KPI’s by line/SKU (eg OEE%, waste etc..) and ensure that they are taken
fully into account when producing the weekly production plans.
* Assist in continually monitoring overall finished goods stock levels to ensure that we can both maintain future customer
services levels and to reduce the risk of any potential obsolescent finished goods stock, raw materials and packaging. Produce
weekly stock level reports to highlight any major areas of concern and proactively propose delists for slow moving SKU’s.
* Work with the New Product Development (NPD) team to ensure that all agreed EPD/NPD Projects are delivered on time, to agreed
customer brief/expectations and in line with anticipated product cost standards.
Key Contacts:
* Internal – Operations, Commercial, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, & Finance.
* External – Key Customers, Raw Materials & Packaging Supplier Contacts.
Health, Safety & Environment Responsibilities:
* Know Health & Safety responsibilities, the site rules, and bring to the attention to issues that could affect own, or others
Health, Safety & Welfare.
* Work in a safe manner at all times
* Fully comply with all signage, notices, warning labels etc.
* Bring to the attention of your manager any hazards or unsafe conditions that may lead to injury, ill health, or damage.
* Participate fully in all Health, Safety & Environmental training sessions, and Safety Briefings / Toolbox Talks
* Not misuse of interfere with anything provided to ensure the safety of yourself and others.
* Ensure a good standard of housekeeping is maintained within the working environment to minimise the risk of injury to
themselves or others.
* Correctly use and store the protective clothing and equipment provided.
* Report all injuries, near misses, and instances of ill health that occur to them at work and obtain the necessary First Aid
Treatment.
* Help in the investigation of accidents in order to prevent recurrence.
* Set a good example of safe behaviour, particularly to new starters and young persons.
Food Safety & Quality Responsibilities:
* Works to required food safety & quality standards.
* Observes the site personal hygiene requirements.
* Ensure that correct procedures are being followed, paperwork is being filled out correctly and the quality of product is
good.
* Ensuring working area is clean and tidy.
* Encourage good practice and challenge poor practice relating to CAYG (Clean as you go) and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
* Production Planning Experience
* Working knowledge of TROPOS and/or associated systems
* Proven ability to plan, organise and communicate.
* Knowledge of baking process and the functionality of key raw materials.
* High level of IT Skills, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
What's in it for you?
* Dynamic Environment: You will be working in a fast-paced, future-thinking agile company where your contributions make a real
difference.
* Culture: Be part of a fantastic team that values diversity, innovation, collaboration and excellence.
* 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
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.