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About the Role

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Production Planning & Warehouse Controller to join our factory operations team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating production schedules, monitoring raw material availability, maintaining accurate inventory levels, and ensuring smooth warehouse operations. This role is essential to guaranteeing efficient production flow and timely order fulfilment. 

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning

• Develop and manage daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules in coordination with the production manager.
• Ensure availability of raw materials, packaging, and other inputs according to production requirements.
• Monitor actual production performance against plans and adjust schedules when necessary.
• Coordinate with procurement and quality departments to minimize delays and ensure efficient production flow.

Warehouse & Inventory Control

• Maintain accurate records of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
• Oversee proper storage, handling, and issuing of materials based on FIFO and company standards.
• Conduct regular stock counts and reconcile inventory discrepancies.
• Ensure warehouse cleanliness, safety, and compliance with company policies.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly inventory and warehouse activity reports.

Coordination & Reporting

• Work closely with procurement, production, quality, and logistics teams.
• Track incoming shipments and ensure timely receipt and recording of materials.
• Report on production variances, material usage, and wastage.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to optimize resources and reduce operational bottlenecks.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Management, Accounting or related field.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in production planning, inventory control, or warehouse management (manufacturing experience preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel is a must).
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Knowledge of warehouse systems, production processes, and ERP software is an added advantage.

Key Competencies

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and manage priorities
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Commitment to accuracy and operational efficiency
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

How To Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their CV and application letter to: samuel@thelovegrass.com. Deadline: ten days from the day of announcement. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Lovegrass Agro Processing PLC is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.