Lidia Bak
Penwortham
Summary
Experienced supply chain production ,and planning with 21 years in FMCG and food manufacturing sectors. Proficient in demand forecasting, production planning, procurement, and logistics management. Demonstrated ability to streamline operations and improve supply chain performance.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work history
Planning Manager in Chain Supply
Summit Foods Group of Kepak
2024.10 - 2026.04
- Managed end-to-end supply chain planning activities
- Production planning, forecasting demand, inventory control
- Coordinated logistics and transport scheduling
- Worked with suppliers and internal teams to ensure service levels
Planning Manager
Abbydale Group of Summit Foods
2018.03 - 2024.10
- Daily production planning and material requirements
- Forecasting demand and ordering ingredients
- Transport booking and supplier communication
- Aligned production schedules with customer demand
Factory Manager / Planning Manager
Easy Eats Group of Summit Foods
2011.07 - 2018.03
- Production planning and factory operations
- Forecasting and scheduling support
- Logistics and supply coordination
Assistant Factory Manager / Production Supervisor
Ashwood Fine Foods
2005.04 - 2011.07
- Supervised production operations
- Supported factory planning and workflow control
- Ensured quality and production targets
Chef's Assistant
Highton Manor
2004.06 - 2005.04
- Assisted chefs in kitchen operations
- Food preparation support
- Maintained hygiene standards
Education
Highfield Functional Skills Level 2 - English & Mathematics
Highfield
Supply Chain Practitioner Apprenticeship - FMCG
Highfield
Qualified Chef and Food Technology - Food technology
Gastronomy School in Torun
Torun2002-06
Skills
- Manufacturing planning
- Logistics oversight
- Purchasing and procurement
- Stock control
- Team Coordination and supervision
- Fast-Moving Consumer Goods managements
- collaborative efforts
- Customer relationship management
Languages
Polish
Native
English
Upper intermediate
B2
Additional information
- Over 21 years FMCG and food manufacturing experience
- Strong logistics and production planning background
- Food Safety & Hygiene Level 2
- HACCP Level 2 (iHASCO)
- Prevent and British Values V2
Timeline
Planning Manager in Chain Supply
Summit Foods Group of Kepak
2024.10 - 2026.04
Planning Manager
Abbydale Group of Summit Foods
2018.03 - 2024.10
Factory Manager / Planning Manager
Easy Eats Group of Summit Foods
2011.07 - 2018.03
Assistant Factory Manager / Production Supervisor
Ashwood Fine Foods
2005.04 - 2011.07
Chef's Assistant
Highton Manor
2004.06 - 2005.04
Highfield Functional Skills Level 2 - English & Mathematics
Highfield
Supply Chain Practitioner Apprenticeship - FMCG
Highfield
Qualified Chef and Food Technology - Food technology
Gastronomy School in Torun