Production Planner

Husqvarna Group; Newton Aycliffe; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Life assurance

My Husqvarna benefits platform

Cycle to work scheme

Enhanced family-friendly leave

Health & wellbeing support

Investors in People – Silver

Job summary

Husqvarna Group, based at the Newton Aycliffe site in the UK, is seeking a detail‑oriented Production Planner to create, maintain, and optimise production schedules. The role sits in the Planning team overseeing mould shop planning, with flexibility to work from home one day per week.

You will work with Production, Materials, Engineering, Quality, and others to ensure demand and supply are balanced, and volumes meet customer specifications while maintaining high standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in production planning and scheduling in manufacturing.
• Strong Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Practical experience with ERP/MRP systems and master data management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proactive problem solving with a continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support the Planning team with accurate reporting, performance analysis, and KPI tracking.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of the JDE ERP system and master data governance.
• Own and improve the Moulding Build Plan with cross-functional collaboration.
• Coordinate production activities aligning with material availability and capacity.
• Provide cover for planning activities to ensure continuity of service.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and ensure on-time delivery and quality.
• Work with stakeholders to drive process improvements and cost reduction.
• Ensure system changes and master data updates align with objectives.
• Participate in Engineering Change projects and NPI with resource planning.
• Support obsolescence projects with planning and cross-functional coordination.
• Maintain clear communication across functions to manage priorities and risks.
• Contribute to standardisation and efficiency improvements in planning.

Skills

Production planning

Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Communication

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Tools

JDE ERP

Power BI

Job description

Last date to apply:

16 October 2026

Shape the Future with Us

At Husqvarna Group, we believe true innovation begins with bold ideas, thoughtful actions, and unwavering dedication. With more than 300 years of pioneering spirit, we continue to push boundaries, not for the sake of change, but to create meaningful impact for our customers, our people, and the world around us.

At the heart of our Power for Growth strategy is a clear commitment to scaling innovation, creating customer value, and empowering our people to succeed.

Being BOLD means stepping beyond our comfort zones, embracing new opportunities, and acting decisively. We do this with CARE, always considering the impact of our actions and holding ourselves to the highest standards. We are DEDICATED , and this dedication fuels our progress: we work hard, stay passionate, and support one another to achieve shared success.

This is how we Win Through Culture, by living our values every day. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a Disability Confident employer, committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Your Role at Husqvarna

Reporting into the Planning and Materials Manager, we are seeking a detail oriented and experienced Production Planner to create, maintain, and optimise production schedules.

This role sits within the Planning team responsible for overseeing Mould Shop planning activities.

Based at our manufacturing site in Newton Aycliffe, with the flexibility to work from home one day a week.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Planning team with accurate and timely reporting, performance analysis, and KPI tracking to support operational decision making
• Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of the JDE ERP system, including the accurate creation, maintenance, and governance of Item Master and Part data
• Own and continuously improve the Moulding Build Plan, working closely with Production, Materials, Engineering, Quality, and other key stakeholders to ensure demand and supply requirements are effectively managed
• Coordinate production activities in line with material availability, labour capacity, equipment capability, and planned customer requirements to optimise operational performance
• Provide effective cover across planning activities when required, ensuring continuity of service and maintaining agreed planning standards
• Monitor production progress against plan, proactively identifying risks and taking appropriate action to ensure products are delivered on time and meet required quality standards and customer specifications
• Work collaboratively with key stakeholders to identify, develop, and implement opportunities for process improvement, efficiency, and cost reduction
• Ensure system changes, master data updates, and process improvements are accurately implemented and aligned with business requirements and wider strategic objectives
• Raise, coordinate, and participate in Engineering Change projects and new product introduction , ensuring appropriate resource, material, and production capacity is planned to achieve project milestones and implementation dates
• Support and participate in product and material obsolescence projects, ensuring appropriate planning, stock management, and cross functional coordination throughout the process
• Maintain effective communication across Planning, Production, Materials, Engineering, Quality, and other relevant functions to ensure priorities, risks, and actions are clearly understood and managed
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of planning processes, systems, and ways of working, promoting standardisation, data accuracy, and operational efficiency

Qualifications and Skills

• Proven experience in production planning, production scheduling, materials planning, or supply chain planning within a manufacturing environment
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to analyse, manipulate, and present data to support effective planning and decision making
• Practical experience using ERP/MRP systems, with the ability to maintain accurate planning and master data and utilise system information effectively
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills,
• Strong problem solving and decision making skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively
• A proactive and continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, data accuracy, and operational performance

Desirable

• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Exposure to S&OP processes
• Power BI skills
• AI utilisation to support process efficiency improvements

1st stage interviews will take place W/C 19th October.

What We Offer

At Husqvarna Group, we’re committed to supporting our people with a benefits package that reflects our values and dedication to excellence. When you join us, you’ll gain access to a wide range of rewards designed to help you thrive, both at work and beyond.

• Competitive Salary We offer a competitive salary reflective of your experience and contribution, reviewed regularly to ensure alignment with the market and internal equity.
• Performance-Based Incentives Recognising and celebrating your achievements.
• Life Assurance Coverage of up to 6x your annual salary
• My Husqvarna Benefits Platform Your one-stop hub for exclusive employee perks, wellbeing resources, and discounts.
• Cycle to Work Scheme Save on bikes and accessories while promoting a healthy, eco-friendly commute.
• Enhanced Family-Friendly Leave Supporting you through life’s important moments
• Comprehensive Health & Wellbeing Support Including medical, dental, and mental health services.
• Recognised for Excellence Proud recipients of the Better Health at Work Award – Maintaining Excellence and Investors in People – Silver Certification.
• Generous Holiday & Leave Policies 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Pension & Retirement Plans Company pension with matching contributions of up to 8%, helping you plan confidently for the future.
• Learning & Development Opportunities Access to training, mentorship, and career growth programs.
• Flexible Working Arrangements Because we CARE about our people, we support flexible working and family-friendly policies that recognise different life stages.
• Global Career Pathways - Opportunities to grow within a truly international organisation.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process due to a disability or health condition, please let us know, we are a Disability Confident employer and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations.