Manpower are currently seeking an interim Production & Material Scheduler, to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, and become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment.

The position is based in Port Sunlight Village, Wirral easily accessible by train and car. This is a full-time temporary role to run until Mid-November 2026, to start ASAP or before 19^th January 2026, requiring 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (4 days working on site, 1 day WFH, need to be flexible on day). Compensation for this role is competitive, paying up to £38,000 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience.

Key Accountabilities

Manage the production schedule including optimising the production plan to meet the customer requirements and cash targets with maximal efficiency.
Based on demonstrated output, review planning indices and maintain line capacity to ensure production plans are achievable within known factory constraints.
Management of end-of-life stock to minimise obsoletes and write-off.
Manage material ordering and forecasting using relevant Unilever tools. Investigate and drive resolution of invoice queries.
Controls master data for planning and material ordering tools to ensure maximum level of accuracy and drive No Touch Planning improvements.
First point of contact for material suppliers.
Daily delivery co-ordination with suppliers/hauliers/Ultralogistics.
Execution of innovation projects in line with customer requirements, including interaction with local/global project teams, minimizing obsolete materials and ensuring planning readiness.
Carry out investigations and root cause analysis using continuous improvement tools.
Crisis management & escalation of supply problems to the relevant teams.

Key Requirements

Previous experience within FMCG manufacturing environment in the UK or global market.
Previous experience as a production scheduler within manufacturing environment is preferred.
Pro-active and analytical with ability to understand trade-offs when providing solutions to problems.
Strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and prioritise own workload based on business targets.
Strong working knowledge of use of MRP/ERP systems (preferably SAP or any other close related system) and Microsoft Excel (able to use pivot tables/VLOOKUP at a intermedidate level)
Further qualifications within Scheduling/Supply Chain /Logistics (e.g. CPIM) preferred but not essential.

Additional Information
Port Sunlight working environment:

Staff shop discounted products
Free tea, coffee & ice cream
Working in carefully restored listed building, in modern and bright working environment
Free parking onsite
5 mins walk to train station serving Liverpool & Chester
20-minute drive from Liverpool city centre/30-minutes drive from Chester
Disabled parking
In the heart of picturesque Port Sunlight village
There are also several site clubs available to join covering a range of topics including Book Club, Running, Choir, Pool, Genealogy and much more.
The site has three catering outlets which provide a range of hot and cold food and drinks daily.
In addition there are a range of vending machines and cold-water dispensers around the site accessible throughout the day.

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Production & Material Scheduler