Position Overview

A Production Costings and Planning Coordinator is sought to support manufacturing operations by analysing production costs, coordinating planning activities, and providing accurate financial and operational data to improve efficiency, resource utilisation, and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

The selected candidate will monitor and analyse manufacturing costs, maintain standard and product costing information, and perform variance analysis to identify cost trends and opportunities for operational improvement.

The role includes analysing sales performance, product profitability, volumes, and revenue, assisting with the preparation of budgets and forecasts, and providing management with accurate reports and performance insights.

Responsibilities also involve collaborating with Production, Finance, Procurement, Sales, and Supply Chain teams to align production planning with customer demand, optimise resource allocation, and support informed business decision-making.

Requirements

Candidates should have experience in production costing, manufacturing, production planning, or a similar analytical role.

Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills, together with excellent attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, are essential.

An understanding of manufacturing cost drivers and production processes is required, while previous experience within a food production environment will be considered an asset.

What Is Offered

The successful candidate will benefit from the opportunity to work within a collaborative manufacturing environment, contribute to business performance improvements, and develop expertise in production costing, planning, and operational analysis.

Career Opportunity

This position offers valuable experience in manufacturing finance, production planning, cost analysis, and cross-functional operations while providing excellent opportunities for long-term career progression.

Production Costings and Planning Coordinator

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