Lead Production Planning Manager - Hybrid + Annual Bonus

Morgan Gray; Prestwich; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturing organisation based in Greater Manchester is seeking an experienced Production Planning Manager to lead a high-performing team. The role focuses on production scheduling, demand forecasting, and capacity optimisation, ensuring a customer-centric approach while driving improvements in service levels. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Supply Chain operations and proficiency in ERP systems. This role offers a competitive salary, a bonus, and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Annual performance bonus

26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

4x salary life assurance

Matched pension scheme

Private single healthcare coverage

Qualifications

• Proven management or supervisory experience in Production Planning.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end Supply Chain operations.
• Experience leading or contributing to Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP).
• Proficiency in ERP / MRP systems (IFS or SAP preferred).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset and enthusiasm for developing people and processes.
• A relevant technical or business qualification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the Production Planning team.
• Evaluate and refine planning processes to enhance efficiency.
• Collaborate with Operations to optimise production strategies.
• Drive and support the S&OP and forecasting processes.
• Manage ERP system data to support decision-making.
• Work with Procurement to manage stock levels.
• Champion sustainable working practices across planning activities.

Skills

Management in Production Planning

Understanding of Supply Chain operations

Leadership in S&OP

ERP/MRP proficiency

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Relevant technical or business qualification

Tools

IFS

SAP

Job description

A leading global manufacturing organisation based in Greater Manchester is seeking an experienced Production Planning Manager to lead a high-performing team. The role focuses on production scheduling, demand forecasting, and capacity optimisation, ensuring a customer-centric approach while driving improvements in service levels. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Supply Chain operations and proficiency in ERP systems. This role offers a competitive salary, a bonus, and a hybrid working model.