Production Planner

ITP (International Talent Partnership); Sheffield; On-site; GBP 22,349 - 26,074; Full time

Job summary

A global headhunting firm is seeking a Production Planner to join a highly professional team in Sheffield. The role involves maintaining Master Production Schedules, analysing production data, and ensuring alignment between production and supply chain teams. The ideal candidate will have experience in production planning within a manufacturing environment and proficiency in ERP systems. This full-time role offers a salary range of $30,000.00 to $35,000.00 per year.

Qualifications

• Experience in production planning/scheduling within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, with strong Excel and data analysis skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work cross-functional.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and review Master Production Schedules to ensure timely delivery.
• Analyse production data and performance metrics to support decision-making.
• Act as a link between production, supply chain, and commercial teams.

Skills

Production planning/scheduling experience

Proficiency in ERP systems

Strong Excel and data analysis skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented and well-organised

Tools

Epicor or similar ERP software

Job description

Overview

Global Headhunter - Chemical/Aerospace Manufacturing

We are working with a well-established organisation in a highly regulated industry that is looking to appoint a Production Planner to support its planning and operations team.

This is a key opportunity to join a highly professional team in a business where planning excellence directly contributes to operational success.

Compensation

Base pay range: $30,000.00/yr - $35,000.00/yr

This range is provided by ITP (International Talent Partnership). Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and review Master Production Schedules to ensure timely delivery and efficient resource utilisation.
• Analyse production data and performance metrics to support decision-making and improve effectiveness.
• Act as a link between production, supply chain, and commercial teams—supporting the wider S&OP process.
• Ensure ERP data is accurate, up to date, and aligned with planning activities and capacity requirements.
• Track and report on planning KPIs, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Support continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives across the planning function.
• Ensure production plans meet internal quality standards and external regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in production planning/scheduling within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (Epicor or similar), with strong Excel and data analysis skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work cross-functional.
• Detail-oriented and well-organised with the ability to work under pressure.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated and proactive.
• Calm, structured thinker with a problem-solving mindset.
• Conscientious, collaborative, and reliable.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Production, Strategy/Planning, and Manufacturing

Industries

• Manufacturing