Raw Materials Manager
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We have a new opportunity to join The Compleat Food Group as a Raw Materials Manager based at out chilled food manufacturing site in Clitheroe! You will be accountable for material control from supplier though to production facility, including stock levels, waste control and resource planning.
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About The Compleat Food Group
At The Compleat Food Group, were proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, were on a mission to create Food to Feel Good - great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat.
Were home to some of the UKs most exciting and loved food brands, includingWalls Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, andHarvey & Brockless. Alongside our branded portfolio, were a leading supplier of delicious own-label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added-value egg products, continental meats, dips and sauces and plant-based food to the UKs major retailers, as well as across foodservice.
With over 6,000 talented colleagues across 17 sites, and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, were united by a shared ambition to shape the future of food for the better.
Location: Clitheroe, BB7 1QD.
Hours: Monday Thursday, 8:30 17:00, Friday, 8:30 16:00
Salary: £42,000 - £45,000
Your Duties Will Include:
Leadership, development, and performance management of raw materials team
Own and manage Materials Required Planning (MRP) system including maintenance of data and configuration critical to MRP runs
Ensure system data is accurate, including stock holding, batch and expiry information
Oversee the purchasing of raw materials covering fresh, frozen, and ambient from UK and Europe
To provide short medium and long-term forecasts to suppliers
Daily reporting to identify and manage stock requirements for production
Ensure timely delivery of materials to deliver the production plan
Work with centralised procurement team to coordinate long term forecasts
Manage day-to-day challenges and issues, escalating where necessary
Identify and deliver improvement opportunities to increase productivity, reduce complexity, and reduce cost
Work with stock control to mitigate exposure and waste from short-dated inventory
Work with suppliers and internal technical functions to manage shelf-life extensions on raw materials
Knowledge, Experience and Skills:
Purchasing and/or materials management experience within a food manufacturing or similar FMCG environment
Advanced Excel skills
MRP System knowledge (M3 Cloudsuite advantageous)
Vendor management knowledge
Stock holding and costs knowledge
Organisation skills
Resilient and pro-active
Analytical skill
Self-motivated
Why Join Us?
At The Compleat Food Group , we believe our people are the heart of our success. Thats why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing, and career growth:
Financial & Lifestyle Benefits
Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension
33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to purchase extra
Holiday Discounts via our online retail platform
Access to enhanced retail discounts online and in-store
Free product handouts across our sites, so you can sample and enjoy our delicious products first hand
EV charging points - available at selected sites
Health & Wellbeing
24/7 access to GroceryAid for free financial, emotional, and practical support
Physical Wellbeing Hub - free on-demand exercise classes, gym discounts
Free diet & nutrition advice with access to thousands of healthy recipes
Online wellbeing support - from mindfulness to lifestyle resources
Financial wellbeing tools - including mortgage calculators, budgeting tools, and financial aid
Career Growth & Development
Access to a personalised online learning platform (LMS)
Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your role
Performance Development Plans and regular Career Conversations
Company Mentoring Scheme to add depth and really support your career journey
Recognition through Club Compleat rewards
Community & Culture
2 paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes that matter to you
Charity initiatives and fundraising events
Team socials to connect and celebrate together
Employee networks & support groups - includingWomen @ Compleat
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The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.
We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunitys employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.
Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.
Recruitment Agencies:
We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. xehkeey We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.
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- Location:
- Preston, Lancashire
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Construction And Property