Production Planner
- Tullamore, Co Offaly
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Highly attentive to detail, with excellent organisational skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
- A clear and confident communicator, comfortable working cross-functionally.
- Experienced in production planning or operations (preferred but not essential).
- Motivated to learn, grow, and make an impact in a dynamic food business.
Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you'll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents.Our vision is bold: to be the most successful food company in the world. If you're looking for a rewarding career in the food industry, there's a place for you at Sofina Foods.Why Sofina Foods?At Sofina, we believe in more than just filling a role, we believe in growing careers. You'll join a business that values innovation, collaboration, and development, giving you the opportunity to build your expertise, expand your leadership skills, and make a visible impact on our success. With a culture of support and progression, your next step at Sofina could be the start of something much bigger.ScheduleMonday to Friday, 8 Hour ShiftSalaryCompetitive RatesEqual OpportunitiesSofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences - regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.Your Key Responsibilities
- Work closely with Operations and Sales to plan production lines aligned with customer demand.
- Take responsibility for production planning across both High Risk and Low Risk areas.
- Execute weekly stock holding policy and monitor ageing inventory daily.
- Ensure service, schedule adherence, and waste KPIs are consistently achieved.
- Contribute to capacity planning for short- and medium-term horizons.
- Partner with NPD, Operations, and Commercial teams to manage the smooth introduction of new products.