Planning Manager

Gregory Walker Associates; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected food manufacturer in the UK is seeking a skilled Planning Manager to optimize production schedules. In this role, you will collaborate with various departments to enhance operational efficiency and ensure timely delivery of products. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food manufacturing, proven scheduling experience, and the ability to work well under pressure. The role offers a salary of up to £36,000 and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Opportunity to shape planning function

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Planning Manager or Scheduler in food manufacturing.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed daily and weekly production schedules.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans based on demand.
• Liaise with multiple departments for alignment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are working with a respected food manufacturer in Hertfordshire to recruit a skilled Planning Manager with a strong background in scheduling. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced and quality-driven business where your expertise will directly impact operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

The Role:

As the Planning Manager, you will be responsible for creating, maintaining, and optimising the production schedule to ensure smooth operations across the site. You will work closely with production, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure resources are allocated effectively and products are delivered on time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage detailed daily and weekly production schedules.

• Monitor progress and adjust plans to address changes in demand or operational issues.

• Liaise with multiple departments to ensure alignment between scheduling, production, and customer requirements.

• Maintain accurate data in ERP/MRP systems and generate reports for senior management.

• Identify opportunities to improve scheduling efficiency and reduce downtime.

About You:

• Proven experience as a Planning Manager or Scheduler within the food manufacturing industry.

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally.

• Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

The Offer:

• Salary up to 36,000 (DOE).

• Opportunity to shape and improve the planning function within a growing food manufacturer.

• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

If you are a driven Planning Manager with a passion for efficiency and accuracy, and you have proven scheduling experience in food manufacturing, we want to hear from you. Apply today to join a business where your skills will make a real difference.