ERP Production Planner in Wrexham

Energy Jobline ZR; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing leader is looking for an ERP Production Planner to optimize planning strategies and ensure efficient operations. The ideal candidate will have proven production planning experience, hands-on ERP skills, and strong analytical ability. As part of this innovative team, you will work collaboratively to ensure delivery targets are met and contribute to the company's growth ambitions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a production planning role within manufacturing.
• Hands‑on experience using ERP systems.
• Skilled in identifying and resolving planning‑related production issues.

Responsibilities

• Increase Planning's use of ERP with a targeted approach.
• Seek opportunities for improvements in Planning efficiency.
• Ensure production plans and shop floor paperwork are correct.

Skills

Production planning experience

Proficiency in ERP systems

Analytical skills

Collaboration with Customer Services

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Business English proficiency

Tools

IFS ERP

Job description

Job Description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

The Role

A global manufacturing leader is seeking an ERP Production Planner to join a friendly planning team. In this pivotal role, you'll be instrumental in shaping efficient, cost‑effective planning strategies across a broad range of on‑site manufactured products. As the driving force behind seamless operations, you'll ensure customer delivery targets are met, production stays on schedule, and planning documentation is delivered with precision and timeliness.

Responsibilities

• Increase Planning's use of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system with a targeted approach using both company internal knowledge base and external forums.
• Seek opportunities for improvements in Planning and Production efficiency with specific emphasis on use of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
• Ensure production plans, work‐to lists and shop floor paperwork are correct and available in a timely manner to maximise performance and minimise delays.
• Monitor production progress to ensure it is following the agreed schedule, advise the production management team of any deviations and contribute to possible corrective actions.
• Address issues as they arise, aiming for minimum disruption to the delivery date requested by the Customer.
• Work cross‑functionally with other departments to ensure collaborative working that increases production adherence to plans, productivity and on‑time delivery.
• Prepare data‑driven analytical reports about production processes.
• Identify issues and contribute to potential resolutions.
• Assist the Senior Production Planner to analyse trends and forecasts to inform and improve the planning process.
• Provide cover to other colleagues as required due to absences and provide training / knowledge share to less experienced team members.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a production planning role within manufacturing.
• Hands‑on experience using ERP systems.
• Skilled in identifying and resolving planning‑related production issues.
• Knowledge or experience within a small‑batch manufacturing environment is useful.
• Experience implementing a system (ERP or CRM) would be useful.
• Strong track record of cross‑functional collaboration, particularly with Customer Services and Operations teams.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with solid working knowledge of Microsoft Word.
• Familiarity with IFS ERP system is highly desirable.
• Excellent command of Business English, both written and verbal.

The Client

Our client prides themselves on their innovation, service and performance. They are committed to delivering high quality products. This is a great opportunity for someone to join a successful, global business and become a key player in delivering against ambitious growth plans.

Additional job titles/skills

Production Scheduler, Materials Planner, Application Support Analyst (ERP), Technical Support Specialist (ERP)

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