Data Analyst and Production Planner

Manpower UK Limited; Cambourne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Data Analyst and Production Planner in Cambourne. This role involves leveraging data analysis and production planning to optimize supply chain efficiency. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills, experience with Power BI and SAP, and a background in manufacturing or logistics. Opportunities for career progression and a dynamic work environment are offered.

Benefits

Dynamic and innovative environment

Career development opportunities

Global team collaboration

Qualifications

• Experience in production planning, demand forecasting, or materials logistics.
• Confidence interpreting large datasets.
• Experience within manufacturing, engineering, or technology-led industries is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Utilise Power BI and SAP/CRM systems to analyse global sales data.
• Develop AI-based forecasting tools.
• Collaborate with product and supply chain teams to gather forecasts.
• Produce monthly and quarterly analytical reports.
• Align material demand across global production plants.
• Monitor flexibility in production capacity.
• Support planning for Engineering Change Orders and new product introductions.
• Drive continuous improvement ensuring compliance with ISO standards.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Experience with Power BI

Experience with SAP

Data visualisation tools

Excellent communication

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving abilities

Tools

Power BI

SAP/CRM systems

Job description

Data Analyst and Production Planner

Location: Cambourne Cambridgeshire

Permanent, Full-Time

✈️ Some domestic and international travel may be required

Salary negotiable, dependent on experience

About the Opportunity

Manpower Group is proud to be partnering with a global leader in advanced technology and precision manufacturing to recruit an experienced Data Analyst and Production Planner. This is an exciting opportunity to join a cutting‑edge organisation at the forefront of innovation, supporting global production operations through world‑class data analysis, demand forecasting, and materials planning. You'll play a key role in ensuring efficient supply chain performance and production alignment across multiple international sites.

The Role

As a Data Analyst and Production Planner, you'll combine your analytical expertise with strong operational planning skills to drive smarter, data‑led decisions across the production and supply chain network. You will:

• Utilise Power BI and SAP/CRM systems to analyse global sales data and support material demand forecasting.
• Develop and apply AI‑based forecasting tools to improve decision‑making accuracy.
• Work closely with IT and business teams to ensure data integration across systems.
• Collaborate with product and supply chain teams to gather forecasts, assess risks, and map market trends.
• Produce monthly and quarterly analytical reports to guide production decisions.
• Align material demand across global production plants and maintain accurate slot planning.
• Monitor flexibility in production capacity to respond to short‑term market changes.
• Maintain and update an 18‑month rolling forecast to balance production and supply chain demand.
• Support the planning process for Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and new product introductions.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders on open forecasts and material availability.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 & 14001 standards.
• Deputise for the Production Planning and Materials Logistics Manager when required.

About You

We're looking for a forward‑thinking and data‑driven professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, global manufacturing environment. You will bring:

• Strong analytical skills with experience using Power BI, SAP, and data visualisation tools.
• A background in production planning, demand forecasting, or materials logistics.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Confidence interpreting large datasets and turning insights into practical actions.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Experience within manufacturing, engineering, or technology‑led industries (highly desirable).

What's on Offer

• A dynamic and innovative environment where your insights drive real business impact.
• The opportunity to work with global teams and cutting‑edge planning tools.
• Career development and progression opportunities within a world‑class organisation.

If you're an analytical thinker who enjoys connecting data, systems, and people to optimise production performance - we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today through Manpower Group to take the next step in your career as a Data Analyst and Production Planner.