MRP‑Driven Production Planner | Scheduling & Coordination

Morson Group; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Group is recruiting a Production Planner for a leading manufacturing business in Portsmouth. You will coordinate planning activities, maintain schedules, and work with production, purchasing and other teams to ensure on-time delivery.

The role requires strong MRP knowledge, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. You will contribute to efficient manufacturing and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience within production planning, manufacturing or a similar environment.
• Practical experience using an MRP system.
• Strong administration and organisational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Confident communication with colleagues across departments.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate planning and production information within the MRP system.
• Support the Planning Lead with day-to-day production planning activities.
• Update production schedules and planning records accurately.
• Monitor material availability and identify potential shortages or delays.
• Coordinate production priorities to support efficient manufacturing.
• Liaise with production, purchasing and other internal departments.
• Maintain accurate system data to support planning and delivery requirements.
• Provide administrative support across the wider planning function.

Skills

Production planning

MRP system

Administration

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Cross-department communication

Teamwork

Tools

MRP software

Job description

Morson Group is recruiting a Production Planner for a leading manufacturing business in Portsmouth. You will coordinate planning activities, maintain schedules, and work with production, purchasing and other teams to ensure on-time delivery.

The role requires strong MRP knowledge, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. You will contribute to efficient manufacturing and continuous improvement.