MUC-OFF LTD - POOLE
Job Type: Full Time
About Muc-Off
Muc-Off was founded in 1994 and is now the leading supplier of specialist cycling cleaning and maintenance products in the UK. Following several years of explosive growth, the company is expanding fast into the European, Asian, and North American markets, focusing on its core categories of cycling, motorcycle, and athlete performance products.
This is a great time to be part of this rapidly growing, truly innovative British business as we continue expanding into new territories and sectors, while growing our brand presence across core bicycle and motorbike markets. In what is a truly results-driven culture, the rewards and career development opportunities are second to none.
About the role
We’re looking for an experienced, self-driven and logical Production Planner to join our dynamic fast-growing brand. This is a position reporting to the Planning Manager, working within the Operations function of the business.
To ensure the smooth execution of production across our multiple 3rd party filler sites, the Production Planner will be responsible for managing planning schedules, coordinating with partners, maintaining system accuracy, and driving efficiency throughout the process.
Key responsibilities
- Develop both short and long-term production plans based on demand, MRP and promotional activity.
- Create and manage work orders, and coordinate with the Warehouse to ensure timely delivery of components to filling partners.
- Optimise production efficiency by planning lines effectively to achieve cost and quantity targets.
- Communicate delays or issues within QC/NPI teams proactively.
- Produce accurate and timely reporting for senior team members.
- Troubleshoot and resolve production-related challenges.
- Maintain SAP housekeeping: update due dates, close out old work orders, transfer and purchase orders.
- Build strong relationships with suppliers and filling partners through regular communication.
- Source additional fillers, including requesting quotes, samples, and organising trial runs.
- Work with partners to implement efficiency or product improvements.
- Review and query related invoices as needed.
- Support with additional administrative tasks when required.
What we’re looking for
Must-haves
- Proven experience in a production planning role.
- Strong Excel skills with an analytical mindset and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and decision-making abilities.
- Effective at working across teams and engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
- Commercial awareness and an understanding of cost-effective planning.
- Knowledge of end-to-end supply chain processes is advantageous.
- Strong skills in inventory management and forecasting.
- Highly organised with good problem-solving ability.
What we can offer
- Competitive Salary
- 33 days holiday, inclusive of UK bank holidays
- Early finish on a Friday & Summer Hours
- Excellent staff discount on Muc-Off products
- Medicash
- Chill out areas, showers and a secure area to store your bike
- Pension contributions
- An awesome opportunity to work with a local and widely recognised Brand
- A cool, casual and fully branded-up working environment where staff indulge their passions for cycling and fitness
- Brilliant social events
How to apply
To apply for the role, please email a copy of your CV to recruitment@muc-off.com.