Materials Scheduler
Cranswick Gourmet Sausage Co. (Lazenby’s) is our state-of-the-art facility located in Hull. Using only the best cuts of British pork, fresh herbs and spices, Cranswick are the UK’s leading producer of gourmet sausages and burgers, supplying major retailers and foodservice outlets alike.
Our people are at the heart of the business, and we are now looking for an experienced Materials Scheduler to join our team of hard-working and dedicated individuals who share our passion for food. The main purpose of the role is to ensure that the production plan can be met through the timely availability of materials required in the manufacturing process, whilst minimising waste incurred through overstocking. To do this, you will need to form a strong relationship with your fellow schedulers and the operational team.
The main duties are:
- Analyse stock levels and production requirements to work out when shortfalls in stock will occur and therefore when replenishment is needed.
- Arrange transfer orders when calling stock from external customers.
- Place orders for stock deliveries with the suppliers and confirm delivery schedules.
- Ensure order schedule is maintained on NAV.
- Confirm delivery schedule with Intake team and investigate any discrepancies.
- Escalate to line manager if there are any supply issues.
- Work with planning team to highlight any significant forecast changes
- Ensure that new ingredients are ordered and available in line with launch plans.
- KPI reporting of availability, obsolesce and waste – daily, weekly and monthly
The successful Candidate will have:
- Experience of planning/scheduling
- Understanding of stock control fundamentals
- Demonstrates effective communication
- Highly numerate
- IT literate
A full job description is available upon request.
Salary is to be discussed at the interview.
If you are interested in this position, please email your CV and covering letter to: [email protected]
Closing Date: 22nd August 2025
Internal applicants must make their line manager aware before applying.
Please note that if a suitable candidate is found, this closing date may be brought forward.