Production And Planning Manager

Roc Search Europe Limited; Guildford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A key manufacturing client is seeking an experienced Production & Planning Manager to lead a production team in Guildford. This role requires at least 5 years of managerial experience and a strong background in production planning and management. Responsibilities include overseeing planning schedules, managing team performance, and coordinating with various departments to ensure efficiency. Ideal candidates will have experience in FMCG or electronics sectors. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in a managerial role leading a team.
• Proven experience in production management and planning.
• Experience working within FMCG, household goods, components, or electronics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production planning and scheduling.
• Manage and coach a team of planners.
• Coordinate with operations and sales to maintain efficiency.
• Optimise inventory and planning parameters.
• Support process improvements and product introductions.

Skills

Production management experience

MRP/ERP systems knowledge

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

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.