Job Description

Location

Annan, Dumfries and Galloway

Company

Sofina Foods

Hours of Work

Full-time

The Ideal Candidate

Key Behavioural Competencies:

• Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence and challenge where appropriate
• Analytical and commercially aware with strong problem-solving capability
• Proactive, driven, and results-focused
• Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills
• High level of integrity and attention to detail

Preferred Experience:

• 4+ years’ experience in planning or supply chain within an FMCG or food manufacturing environment
• Experience working in chilled and/or frozen environments
• Knowledge of fish products and coated processing (desirable)
• Management qualification or equivalent experience
• Level 2 Food Hygiene and Allergen Management knowledge
• Experience with SAP and Microsoft Office
• Understanding of TACCP & VACCP principles

Company Information

Sofina Foods isn't just a food company - It’s a place to build your future.

With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we're passionate about delivering quality meats and seafood products to consumers around the world.
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.

Country Code

GB

Why Sofina Foods?

• Competitive Salary
• Referral Programme
• Health & Wellbeing Programme
• Career Development Opportunities
• Supportive and Collaborative Working Culture

AdRef

INDB2

Schedule

Monday to Friday

Salary

Competitive Salary

Equal Opportunities

Sofina 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

Planning & Scheduling

• Act as a trusted advisor on planning, scheduling, and forecasting activities within the factory
• Utilise management information (MI) to prioritise production and packing plans in line with business goals
• Develop and deliver operational plans aligned with customer demand and Supply Chain strategy
• Ensure production plans are robust, achievable, and clearly communicated in advance
• Plan raw materials, packaging, and ingredients to support uninterrupted production
• Build contingency plans to mitigate risk and support business continuity (including NPD trials)
• Liaise with other sites, including Grimsby, to ensure stock availability and alignment

Performance, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor KPIs including OTIF, customer service, and production performance
• Ensure stock checks are accurate and recorded in line with procedures
• Analyse data to identify risks, trends, and improvement opportunities
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and CI projects
• Participate in daily and cross-functional meetings (Operations, Technical, Engineering, HR)

Safety & Compliance

• Take responsibility for health, safety, and environmental compliance within your area
• Report any incidents, risks, or improvement opportunities to the SHE team
• Support a positive health & safety culture across the site

Quality & Food Safety

• Promote and support a strong food safety and quality culture
• Ensure all food safety and quality checks are completed in line with company standards
• Report any food safety concerns promptly
• Maintain accurate system updates to support traceability and compliance

Cost & Operational Efficiency

• Support cost control initiatives and identify opportunities for improvement
• Monitor production targets and escalate any risks to delivery
• Contribute to efficient use of resources while maintaining safety and quality standards

People & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with internal teams and stakeholders to achieve site objectives
• Support onboarding and development of team members in partnership with HR and L&D
• Promote engagement and a positive working culture across the site

To proactively support the safe and efficient manufacturing of goods through effective planning and scheduling, ensuring raw materials, packaging, and production plans are aligned to deliver customer requirements on time and in full, while maintaining cost control and operational efficiency.