Production Planner

Line Up Aviation; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation recruitment company is seeking a Production Planner in Stevenage for a 12-month contract. The role involves managing manufacturing schedules, ensuring timely supply of materials, and working closely with supply chain teams. Ideal candidates should possess experience in manufacturing planning and relevant skills such as proficiency in SAP and MRP systems. The pay ranges from £22.02 to £24.55 per hour, working Monday to Friday with 37 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in Manufacturing planning, Supply chain management or a related position.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and MRP systems.
• APICS supply chain certification desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Co‑ordinate planning and procurement of materials for timely supply.
• Release and manage work in the MRP system.
• Maintain effective material inventories and conduct stock checks.
• Work with the Supply Planner on plan changes and supply chain constraints.
• Communicate and resolve issues with Goods Receiving, stores, and dispatch.
• Support non‑conformance management controls.

Skills

Manufacturing planning experience

Supply chain management experience

APICS certification

SAP experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Good planning and organizing skills

Communication skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Tools

SAP

MRP systems

Job description

Production Planner

On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit someone as a Production Planner for 12 months. As the Production Planner you will be responsible for the day‑to‑day management of existing and future manufacturing schedules, delivering Logistics Management activities and ensuring customer programmes are met in a timely manner.

• Role: Production Planner
• Pay: £22.02 – £24.55 per hour via Umbrella
• Contract: Monday‑Friday, 37 Hours per week, 12‑month contract
• Location: Stevenage
• IR35 Status: Inside
• Security Clearance: BPSS

Requirements

Responsible for the management and co‑ordination of all planning related activities to deliver the Manufacturing Planning Schedule (MPS) to time, cost and quality. With the following main specific responsibilities:

• Co‑ordination and execution of all activities related to the planning and procurement of materials. Ensuring the timely and adequate supply of materials so manufacturing can output the Master Production Schedule (MPS).
• Release, manage and schedule all work in the MRP system, and ensure delivery forecasts are maintained and communicated to customers.
• Ensure efficient and effective material inventories in line with inventory targets whilst minimizing excess waste and costs. Maintain accuracy of the MRP system by conducting regular stock checks.
• Work closely with the Supply Planner to communicate potential plan changes and resolve constraints in the supply chain.
• Identify risks related to supplied parts to the planning and control team lead for escalation within the sales and ops process.
• Work closely with Goods Receiving, stores and dispatch (Logistic Services) to manage inventory levels, resolve queries, maintain MRP system accuracy and ensure the required paperwork is submitted for stores and dispatch related transactions.
• Support effective non‑conformance management controls.
• Maintaining the manufacturing bill of materials and manufacturing strategy by ensuring master data is topical.
• Support the achievement of schedule adherence, inventory and delivery KPIs through the execution of the planning process.

Skillset & Experience

• Relevant experience in Manufacturing planning, Supply chain management or a related position.
• APICs supply chain certification desirable but not essential to the role.
• Experience in the use of SAP would be beneficial.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and MRP systems.
• Good planning and organising skills.
• Communication skills both verbally and in writing.
• Analytical and problem solving skills.
• Attention to detail.

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation.