ERP Support Production Planner

Clockwork Organisation ltd; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing leader is seeking an ERP Support Production Planner to enhance planning strategies and ensure timely delivery. The role involves working cross-functionally, monitoring production, and utilizing ERP systems effectively. Ideal candidates will have solid production planning experience and strong skills in Microsoft Excel. This is a permanent position located in Wrexham with competitive compensation and additional benefits including generous annual leave and company sick pay.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Company sick pay

Free parking

Early finish on Friday

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a production planning role within manufacturing.
• Skilled in identifying and resolving planning-related production issues.
• Strong track record of cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Increase use of ERP system for planning efficiency.
• Monitor production progress against schedule.
• Prepare data-driven analytical reports.

Skills

Production planning experience in manufacturing

Hands-on experience using ERP systems

Identifying and resolving planning-related issues

Knowledge of small-batch manufacturing

Cross-functional collaboration

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Command of Business English

Tools

IFS ERP system

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

ERP Support Production Planner

£35,000 per annum

Permanent opportunity in Wrexham

Working hours: 8am - 4:30pm Monday to Thurs and 8am - 2:30pm Friday.

Additional benefits:

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Company sick pay
• Free parking
• Early finish on a Friday

The Role:

A global manufacturing leader is seeking an ERP Support 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. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible impact within a collaborative environment-where your expertise will directly support operational success and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities of the ERP Support Production Planner:

• 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.

The Candidate:

The successful ERP Support Production Planner will have the following skills and abilities:

• 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), Production Planner

Friendly Note

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To Apply

This vacancy is advertised by Travail Employment Group who are acting as an Employment Agency.

Once you click to apply for this job your application will be immediately received by Travail Employment Group. If your application is successful a consultant will be in contact with you within the next 7 days. If we have not contacted you within 7 days you may not have been successful for this position but please feel free to give us a call to discuss similar roles.

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