Production and Planning Manager

Roc Search GmbH; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A key client in manufacturing seeks an experienced Production & Planning Manager to lead a small team and ensure efficient operations. The role involves overseeing daily planning, managing team workloads, and coordinating with various departments. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of managerial experience in production management and be confident communicators. This position does not offer sponsorship.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in a managerial role leading a team.
• Experience in production management & planning.
• Confident communicator with a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production planning and scheduling.
• Manage and coach a team of planners.
• Coordinate with operations, procurement, engineering, and sales.
• Optimise inventory and lead times through data analysis.
• Support process improvements and new product introductions.

Skills

Production management

Team leadership

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

MRP/ERP systems

Data analysis

Job description

A key client of ours is seeking an experienced Production & Planning Manager to lead a small production and planning team and ensure smooth, efficient manufacturing operations.

This would suit a candidate who has at least 5 years' experience in a managerial role leading a team of Production Engineers/ Planners.

*Please note my client cannot offer sponsorship*

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily production planning and scheduling to meet customer demand.
• Manage and coach a team of planners, prioritising workload and resolving issues.
• Coordinate with operations, procurement, engineering, and sales to maintain flow and efficiency.
• Optimise inventory, lead times, and planning parameters through data analysis.
• Support process improvements and new product introductions.

Key Attributes

• Proven experience in production management & planning as well as MRP/ERP systems.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• A background ideally working within either FMCG, household goods, components, electronics or similar
• Confident communicator with a collaborative approach.