Planning Manager

Edge Recruits; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Planning Manager to lead the planning team. The role involves developing efficient production scheduling, managing inventory, and optimizing resources. Essential qualifications include a relevant degree and proven experience in production planning. The position offers extensive benefits including private health insurance and a competitive pension scheme.

Benefits

Private Health Insurance

Life Insurance (4x salary)

Pension (6% employer contribution)

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Free parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in production planning or supply chain management within manufacturing.
• Experience in lean manufacturing and/or Six Sigma desirable.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor production plans to achieve OTIF performance.
• Oversee production planning processes to ensure efficient workflow.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing to forecast demand.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP systems

SAP

Demand forecasting software

Job description

About the Role

As part of our clients succession planning strategy, we are seeking an experienced Planning Manager to lead the planning team and ensure efficient production scheduling and demand forecasting. Reporting to the Operations Director, this role is critical in aligning customer demand with production capability, driving On Time In Full (OTIF) delivery and optimising resources across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor production plans to achieve OTIF performance.

• Oversee production planning processes to ensure efficient workflow and resource allocation.

• Collaborate with Manufacturing to forecast demand and align production with sales targets.

• Utilise ERP systems to optimise supply chain operations and drive continuous improvement.

• Monitor and manage inventory levels to align with production and working capital needs.

• Analyse historical data to improve forecasting accuracy and develop reliable sales/revenue plans.

• Lead, supervise, and develop a Planning team of 4 direct reports.

• Coordinate production plans based on capacity and material readiness.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing capacity and inventory optimisation.

• Manage supplier and customer relationships effectively.

Essential Requirements

• Degree (or equivalent) in Business Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.

• Proven experience in production planning or supply chain management within manufacturing.

• Strong knowledge of factory planning methodologies and integrated ERP systems.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, data analysis); experience with SAP is desirable.

• Skilled in demand forecasting software, reporting tools, and system integration.

• Strong leadership skills with experience managing a team.

• Excellent organisational, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.

• Experience in lean manufacturing and/or Six Sigma desirable.

• Flexible, dynamic, and comfortable with complex production routes.

• Strong communicator with ability to influence at all levels.

• Willingness to travel as required.

• Must be able to pass a company medical and drug/alcohol test.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance

• Life Insurance (4x salary)

• Pension (6% employer contribution)

• 25 days holiday (rising to 30 with service) + bank holidays

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Free parking & supportive working environment

Working Hours

• Monday to Thursday: 8:00am - 4:30pm

• Friday: 8:00am - 3:30pm

• Day shift, 37.5 hours per week

If you are a strategic, technically minded Planning Manager with the drive to improve processes and deliver results, we want to hear from you.

Call 01803 840844 and ask for Chris Henry to learn more. Alternatively, email: [e-mail]

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