Jamie Baird

Experience

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  Bakkavor

  Jan 2004 - Dec 2014

  Managed a team of 8 staff which included Planning Administrators & Labour Planner over two growing sites.Developed, reviewed and updated when necessary planning related process policy and proceduresMonitored performance through internal audits and inspectionsEnsured that all Daily tasks were complete making sure that KPI’s were met or exceeded.Was responsible for 31 day forecast ensuring it related to the business forecast provided by the Planning Manager.Used and updated forecast to ensure any constraints were dealt with in advance. E.g. – Promotional activity / Factory shutdowns – these were discussed with Senior management to highlight problems sooner than later.Updated Planning rates to feedback any issues to shift managers and adjusted if required.Set up New Products in Factory Planning Systems.Updated Provisional orders on a weekly basis to ensure short term forecast was accurate and distributed updated information to all departments through relevant systems.Chaired weekly commitment meeting with all Department Managers to discuss the forth coming week’s orders / capacity and plan in any Trials / Maintenance required.Chaired weekly Planning meeting to discuss current / future promotional activity in the factory.Monitored final orders daily and discuss with relevant Merchandisers.Audited & reviewed factory processes to ensure traceability was correct.Stood in for Planning Manager during holiday/sickness. Show less Downloaded and interpreted orders on a daily basis through multiple systems to generate accurate works orders for WIP, Prep and Despatch departments calculated using our BOMs.Issued effective plans to all lines in the factory to achieve maximum efficiency and hit deadlines for vehicles, also updated plans throughout the day to make sure that standards and deadlines were still being hit.Processed a 31 day forecast on a daily basis through our MRP system and generated information required for our Raw Material Buyers. Communicated any order amendments through all systems to ensure all departments were working to accurate information.Communicated constantly with our Customer to ensure customer service was always above our 98% Target.Attended daily meetings with shift managers to go through daily plans and solve any current or forth coming issues that could arise.Kept work area clean and tidy.Driven to achieve the KPI targets set out by Manager.Communicated between Chargehands / Managers and Senior management to make sure that information was both clear and up to date. Show less Printed and distributed picking lists to required areas to ensure all order quantities were correct.Picked, scanned & dispatched completed products against tight deadlines to ensure vehicle times weren't affected.Kept work area clean and tidy.Maintained high levels of Health and Safety standards while working in a fast paced environment.Driven to achieve the KPI targets set out by my Manager.Communicated between Chargehands / Managers to ensure everyone was working to up to date information. Show less

  • Senior Planner

    Jan 2007 - Dec 2014

  • Planning Administrator

    Jan 2006 - Jan 2007

  • Transport Operative

    Jan 2004 - Jan 2006
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  2 Sisters Food Group

  Jan 2015 - May 2015

  Planning Manager

  • Report to both the Factory Manager / Regional Planning Manager.• Managing the Planning Dept, ensuring KPI’s were met, finished good stocks were managed to ensure customer orders were despatched OTIF. • Managing the Purchasing Dept, ensuring stocks were kept within Min/Max levels to limit production issues. • Managing the Stores Dept, ensuring that materials were issued to production in a timely manner to limit production issue. Liaise with offsite storage to ensure stock levels were accurate.• Use and update forecasts given by customers and account managers to ensure any constraints were dealt with in advance. E.g. – Promotional activity / Factory shutdowns.• Communicate with account managers daily to ensure accurate information was distributed.• Attend daily / weekly meetings with senior management / key depts to discuss performance, NPD and future access requirements.• Chair weekly Planning meeting to discuss current / future promotional activity in the factory.• Monitor Final orders daily and discuss with relevant customers.• Audit & review factory processes to ensure traceability is correct. Show less

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  Macphie UK

  May 2015 - Mar 2020

  Primary Responsibilities• Log and process support calls through an in-house Support Portal within agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs).• Install and configure computer hardware, software, and printers.• Plan and execute scheduled maintenance.• Establish staff accounts through Active Directory and Microsoft Exchange.• Manage equipment, consumable, and supply stocks.• Create, manage, and maintain system customizations, reports, and system administration.• Collaborate with ERP vendor to resolve system issues in line with SLAs.• Maintain and update ERP process documentation as necessary.• Lead and coordinate testing of the ERP system following upgrades or modifications.• Lead and coordinate training for new and existing employees on the ERP system after upgrades or modifications. Show less Key Achievements• Developed and implemented a customized CI process within the ERP system, streamlining project tracking for the business.• Created several essential financial and operational reports directly sourced from the database, reducing errors and the need for multiple Excel spreadsheets.• Restructured the entire manufacturing setup based on updated business requirements.Key Responsibilities• Reported directly to the Finance Director, managing the multimillion-pound ERP system across the entire organization.• Created, managed, and administered system customizations, report building, and improvements.• Identified and delivered ongoing development and improvement projects for the ERP system.• Liaised with ERP vendors on system issues while adhering to agreed SLAs.• Ensured ERP process documentation was maintained and updated as necessary.• Managed testing within the ERP system after upgrades or modifications.• Coordinated training for new and existing employees on ERP system upgrades or modifications.• Provided input and managed the area budget, including Capex preparation and submission.• During this position, self-taught PL/SQL and Crystal Reporting. Show less Key Achievements• Mastery in several IFS modules• Self-taught skills in PL/SQL and Crystal ReportingKey Responsibilities• Provide functional expertise on existing business practices and evaluate the current environment.• Configure and implement IFS modules such as Manufacturing, Procurement, Planning, and Inventory.• Ensure user requirements align with IFS capabilities and represent user interests in software configuration decisions.• Identify and execute process improvements, emphasizing high-impact and high-return opportunities.• Mentor project teams and end users, keeping them informed of project progress and facilitating their suggestions.• Contribute positively to the solution, offering input and questions while avoiding unnecessary criticism.• Offer insight into process improvement ideas and document reasoning behind decisions taken.• Identify and document process gaps, report and data requirements, and data conversion requirements to support owned IFS functional areas.• Configure the IFS software to meet new business processes in accordance with the defined solution.• Author test scripts and conduct functional (Unit Test) and full business process end-to-end testing (Application Solution Test).• Author training documentation and provide training to expert users and end-users.• Oversee full business process end-to-end testing by expert users (Customer Solution Test).• Coordinate meetings, review correspondence, and provide feedback as necessary. Show less Key Achievements• Created & Implemented timed plans / schedules to clearly show availability to ensure orders were produced when required, this was completed using MS Excel. Prior to joining the Business this was almost non-existent, previous plans were known as wish lists as they had no relation to timings / capacity.• Updated and reviewed over 400 Raw Materials Min/Max levels to ensure material was available for production when required, this was key as customer demands changed daily.• Reduced the cost of material / finished product disposal by 75%, this was done whilst reviewing the Min/Max levels to ensure only enough stock was being held plus reviewing on a weekly basis and highlighting any anomalies.• Being selected as a key player in the selection / implementation of a new ERP system (IFS) covering Manufacturing, purchasing and inventory work streams. Show less

  • IT Support Specialist

    Sept 2019 - Mar 2020

  • IFS Continuous Improvement Leader

    Jan 2018 - Aug 2019

  • IFS Subject Matter Expert (in conjunction with Planning & Supply Manager Role)

    Apr 2016 - Jan 2018

  • Planning & Supply Manager

    May 2015 - Jan 2018
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  Mitec Consulting

  Mar 2020 - May 2021

  IFS Functional Consultant

  Notable Achievements• Attained certification as an IFS Practitioner - Manufacturing Consultant• Successfully undertook a Solution Architecture Role as part of my consultant position, providing planning and support for a customer's implementation restart. This involved workshop planning and completing their Phase 1&2 milestones.Key Responsibilities• Offer functional and technical expertise to aid in the implementation, upgrade, configuration, and maintenance of the IFS solution for customers.• Collaborate closely with customers to create solution outlines and definitions for new requirements in extending the use of IFS.• Provide architectural direction and guidance to all staff from pre-sales through delivery cycle, particularly with respect to the IFS product. Show less

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  Covalent Systems

  May 2021 - now

  • Consulting Manager

    Jun 2023 - now

  • Consulting Team Lead

    Jun 2022 - Jun 2023

  • Senior IFS Consultant

    May 2021 - Jun 2022