Senior Planner

Senior Planner ?? West Lothian ?? 6-Month Fixed Term Contract (Strong chance of permanent role) The Opportunity Im working with a well-established FMCG manufacturer in West Lothian who are looking to bring in an experienced Senior Production Planner to strengthen their planning function.

If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.

This is a key role in the business youll be right at the centre of operations, ensuring production runs smoothly, efficiently, and in line with customer demand.

Its initially a 6-month contract, but there is a genuine long-term opportunity for the right person.

If you enjoy being the person who keeps everything moving and thrives in a fast-paced environment, this is worth a serious look.

What Youll Be Doing Developing and managing detailed production plans across multiple lines Balancing demand, capacity, and materials to hit OTIF targets Working closely with Operations, Supply Chain, and Procurement teams Managing stock levels, minimising waste, and improving efficiencies Responding to changing priorities and resolving planning issues quickly Driving continuous improvement within the planning process What Were Looking For Proven experience in a Production Planning role within FMCG or manufacturing Strong understanding of supply chain and production flow Experience using SAP Excellent organisation and problem-solving skills Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the business Someone who xwzovoh can challenge, influence, and bring structure Why This Role? Opportunity to step into a senior-level planning role with real impact Fast-paced FMCG environment where no two days are the same Strong chance of securing a permanent position Supportive and collaborative team environment If you're currently in a planning role and feel underutilised or you're ready to step into something with more ownership apply today through Empower Talent