Planning Manager - composite

Red Chilli Recruitment; Belfast; On-site; GBP 73,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Manufacturing Planning Manager for a role in Dubai. The successful candidate will lead a high-performing planning team in an advanced manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities include implementing customized production schedules and ensuring seamless integration with various systems. The role requires over 7 years of experience in composite manufacturing, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in ERP systems. This position offers a tax-free salary and comprehensive relocation support.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Full relocation package

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in composite manufacturing environments.
• Experience leading planning functions across multiple products.
• Strong understanding of planning systems and production workflows.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Manufacturing Planning Team.
• Implement customized production schedules.
• Monitor progress and manage risks to meet deadlines.

Skills

Advanced composite manufacturing

Leadership of planning functions

ERP systems proficiency

Excellent analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Administration

Tools

AX

SAP

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Overview

Manufacturing Planning Manager - Dubai

Shape the Future of Global Manufacturing in One of the World's Most Dynamic Cities

Location: Dubai | Industry: Advanced Manufacturing | Full Relocation Package + Tax-Free Salary

ADVANCED COMPOSITE MANUFACTURING EXPERIENCE IS ESSENTIAL

Why Dubai?

• Tax-Free Earnings
• Relocation Support: Flights, visa, accommodation, and onboarding fully covered
• Work-Life Balance: Live and work in one of the world's most modern, multicultural cities
• Career Growth: Join a company committed to innovation, investment in talent, and international best practices

Your Role: Driving Operational Excellence

As the Companies Planning Manager, you will lead a high-performing planning team, developing robust scheduling strategies for a variety of high-spec, multi-line manufacturing projects. You will ensure seamless integration between planning, production, and ERP systems—maximising throughput, reducing waste, and ensuring delivery against critical milestones.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Manufacturing Planning Team
• Design and implement customised production schedules across multiple, simultaneous projects
• Monitor progress and proactively manage risks to ensure timelines and budgets are met
• Continuously improve production planning and resource allocation to boost efficiency
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, engineering, procurement, and supply chain
• Support and enhance ERP system integration (AX/SAP/Primavera)
• Deliver reporting on capacity planning, resource utilisation, key project milestones, and production KPIs

What You\'ll Bring

• 7+ years of hands-on experience in a complex, multi-component manufacturing environment - COMPOSITES (ideally within automotive, wind turbine, defence, aerospace, or similarly technical sectors)
• Proven leadership of planning functions across multiple manufacturing lines or products within a composite environment
• Advanced understanding of planning systems, capacity management, and production workflows
• Strong ERP (AX, SAP, or equivalent) and scheduling software (MS Project, Primavera P6) proficiency
• Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to operate effectively across cultures
• Bachelor\'s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related technical field

Is This You?

You\'re not just looking for another planning role—you're seeking a strategic leadership opportunity where your decisions will shape the future of global manufacturing projects. You take pride in precision, thrive on complexity, and are eager to bring your skills to an international stage.

Apply now to lead the future of advanced manufacturing—while enjoying the lifestyle, security, and professional growth that only Dubai can offer