The Opportunity The Manager, Production Scheduling is responsible for leading the production planning and scheduling function for a large‑scale poultry manufacturing facility. This role oversees the development and execution of production plans that balance customer demand, operational capacity, inventory and cost while supporting overall business performance. The successful candidate combines strong analytical capability, operational expertise and leadership skills to translate complex demand and supply signals into executable production plans. Working closely with Operations, Finance, Commercial, Procurement and Supply Chain teams, this role plays a key part in optimizing plant performance, supporting strategic initiatives and enabling data‑driven decision‑making across the organization. The position also leads and develops a team of production planners, fostering collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement and planning excellence. Snapshot of a Day‑in‑the‑Life Production Planning & Business Optimization: Lead the development and execution of daily, weekly and long‑range production schedules for a complex manufacturing operation. Balance customer demand, plant capacity, inventory, labour availability and cost to achieve service and financial objectives. Identify production constraints and implement mitigation strategies to optimize throughput, utilisation and operational performance. Ensure production plans align with business priorities, demand forecasts and network requirements. Data Analytics & Decision Support: Develop and maintain reporting, planning and analytical tools that provide visibility into production performance, capacity utilisation and operational constraints. Leverage SAP, Power BI, Excel and other analytical tools to support decision‑making and improve planning effectiveness. Translate operational, commercial and financial data into actionable business insights.



Support strategic planning through forecasting, scenario modelling and capacity analysis. Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner with Operations, Finance, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Procurement, Sales and Commercial teams to align production plans and business priorities. Facilitate informed decision‑making during supply disruptions, demand fluctuations, capacity constraints and service risks. Drive alignment between operational execution and broader business objectives. Serve as the primary planning representative for the facility, providing recommendations and updates to leadership teams. People Leadership & Capability Development: Lead, coach and develop a team of production planners and scheduling professionals. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement and professional development. Build organisational planning capability through process standardisation, coaching and continuous learning. Support succession planning and cross‑training to ensure business continuity. Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to improve planning processes, systems, data quality and reporting capabilities. Identify opportunities to simplify processes, reduce waste and enhance service performance. Champion best practices in production scheduling, forecasting, inventory management and production planning. Support the implementation of technology and system enhancements that improve planning effectiveness. What You’ll Bring Progressive experience in production planning, scheduling, supply chain, manufacturing or operations.



Proven experience leading teams and influencing cross‑functional stakeholders. Demonstrated success balancing operational execution with strategic business objectives. Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and analytical tools such as Power BI and advanced Excel. Food manufacturing experience is considered an asset. Post‑secondary education in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, experience and demonstrated leadership capability. What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods Being part of a high‑performance, people‑focused company with a vision to become the most sustainable protein company. An inclusive company culture that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence and empowers learning. Competitive health and wellness benefits with flexibility, including mental‑health programs, effective from day one. Defined contribution pension plan with company matching from day one. Learning and development opportunities including workshops and tuition reimbursement. Paid volunteer days to support community impact. Diversity & Inclusion Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component of our purpose and vision and forms part of the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We are committed to building, investing in, recognising and rewarding people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity and commit to including every voice in our collaborative setting. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired. We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Production Scheduling Manager London, On 7/20/2026
🏢 Maple Leaf Foods
📍 London