About the Job
Games Workshop has an exciting opportunity to join our Planning Team on a 12 month fixed term contract as an Operations Planner in Partworks. If you are someone who is ready to contribute to a culture of trust, honesty and accountability we invite you to read on.
Our manufacturing team priorities are to make the right products in the right volumes at the right time to the agreed standard in the most efficient manner. This is delivered through high performing teams using integrated systems with clear, timely information and metrics to provide clarity on performance.
Your key responsibilities will be to ensure that all forecasts, orders and shipments are processed accurately and on time to meet agreed customer schedules.
Being comfortable communicating effectively with colleagues and customers at all levels, you will work closely with each to ensure all timescales and needs are met whilst using a methodical approach to processing all forecasts across multiple countries.
Using your effective organisational skills you will schedule all production on time, consistently checking daily progress as well as ensuring that all key schedules are updated. Booking transport on time and ensuring that all relevant invoices and packing lists are sent to customers will ensure you utilise your skills in time management.
With attention to accuracy and a keen eye for detail you will request quotes and place purchase orders from suppliers and track deliveries ensuring all orders and shipments are credit approved as well as issuing pick lists.
You will be an excellent problem solver with a can-do attitude, being keen to research and recommend solutions, and having both the ability to work independently and as part of a team. You will demonstrate a strong commitment to consistency working with teams, ensuring that all tasks are completed with the highest level of accuracy while remaining inquisitive to support the optimisation of planning processes.
Having previous experience as a planner within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, your Excel knowledge will be strong combined with meticulous diligence and a focused approach while working on numerous tasks will make you a perfect candidate!
Working at Games Workshop
At Games Workshop we are looking for people who will do their best to understand the needs of the company and to put those needs first when they are at work. Because of this we believe that what you are like, hence the attitude you show to work and the way you choose to behave is even more important than your skills and experience.
The Warhammer World site is based just outside of Nottingham city centre and benefits from a nearby tram stop and free onsite car parking.
In return for your hard work, you will receive 33 days holiday per year (including public holidays), matching contributory pension scheme up to 7.5%, profit share bonus (subject to GW meeting profit targets) and option to join our Share Save scheme. Oh and let’s not forget, a staff discount of between 25% and 50% on our products!
How to Apply
To apply, please send us a letter or a video telling us why you want this job. This is a great opportunity for you to let us know that you understand what we are looking for.
Please include an up-to-date CV to support your application. When you’re ready, please click apply, below.
Closing date for applications is midnight, UK time, Sunday 23rd February
