Meat Planner

2 weeks ago


Drefach Ceredigion, United Kingdom Dunbia (UK) Full time
Dunbia are one of Europes leading food processing companies. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has previous supply chain experience. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the Meat Scheduler is responsible for managing stocks for a defined set of proteins, ensuring Stock targets are maintained without compromising quality, plan attainment, customer requirements and control of costs. This role is varied, incorporating a wide range of daily and weekly responsibilities, including, but not limited to: Co-ordinating daily / weekly stock levels through daily compilation of buy sheets, stock issue files. Co-ordinating daily and weekly purchasing schedules for suppliers based on products purchased ensuring consistent service. Maintaining weekly raw material forecast for primary production and scheduling for all beef areas. Co-ordinating beef blending files. Preparing daily purchase orders and updating on receipt of delivery notes. Approving invoices. Tracking orders to ensure that deliveries which have been received are correct and liaise with suppliers on any issues. Raising and escalating disputes where necessary. Liaising with external coldstore and transport companies. Ensuring that all procured items meet the required quality standards and specifications. Preparing weekly raw material transfer reports. Prepare weekly and monthly information for group suppliers. THIS ROLE INCLUDES A REQUIREMENT FOR WEEKEND AVAILABILITY BY PHONE AND EMAIL. The ability to speak a second language would be advantageous as we have an extremely diverse workforce. What were looking for: Someone who is highly organized, analytical with a knowledge of the meat industry being beneficial. You need to be supportive to your own and other departments and have confidence to escalate when necessary. Strong attention to detail is essential.

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