Planner

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Supply Chain Department as a Planner at Innovia.

The successful candidate will report to the Team Leader - Planning and will be responsible for developing and maintaining production plans that balance customer demand, production capability, inventory levels and operational efficiency. Working closely with Production, Sales, Customer Service, R&D and other departments, the role plays a key part in supporting customer service, operational efficiency and business performance.

The responsibilities of the role will include:

• Developing and maintaining effective production plans to meet customer and business requirements.
• Managing planning priorities and responding to changes in demand, production capacity and operational needs.
• Working closely with Production, Sales, Customer Service and other departments to communicate production schedules and stock availability.
• Monitoring production performance, customer orders and inventory levels to support service and operational targets.
• Optimising production schedules to improve efficiency, minimise waste and support operational performance.
• Supporting inventory management, packaging stock control and product availability.
• Coordinating trial planning requirements and supporting cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Preparing and analysing planning reports and KPI information to identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Contributing to the achievement of departmental KPIs, including customer service, delivery performance and inventory management.

What We're Looking For

A highly organised and analytical individual with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. You will be a strong communicator, capable of building effective working relationships across departments while delivering accurate planning information and supporting business objectives.

Ideally, you will have experience within planning, supply chain, manufacturing or a similar operational environment. Strong Microsoft Excel skills are essential, and experience with SAP or other planning systems would be advantageous.

You will also possess:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organisational and administrative abilities.
• The ability to interpret and communicate data effectively.
• A proactive approach to managing changing priorities and operational challenges.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively with a range of stakeholders.

Any employee wishing to be considered for this position should apply directly through Indeed before the closing date of 21 October 2026.

Benefits:

• Canteen
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person