Production Planner

Kentjobs; West Malling; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a fast-paced production team as a Planner, playing a vital role in ensuring production efficiency and stock availability. You'll adapt plans to meet changes, monitor inventory, and use ERP systems while connecting different departments. If you're detail-oriented and love solving problems, this role might be perfect for you.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Opportunity for process improvement

Diverse and dynamic responsibilities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in production planning or supply chain roles.
• Strong understanding of inventory control.
• Confident using ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage production schedules.
• Monitor stock levels and work with procurement.
• Act as the bridge between production and customer service.

Skills

Production Planning

Inventory Control

Communication

Detail-oriented

Analytical

Tools

ERP Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join a Fast-Paced Production Team as a Planner!

Are you a detail-driven, systems-savvy Production Planner who thrives on keeping operations running smoothly? Do you enjoy being at the heart of the action, where planning, coordination, and communication make a real difference?

Our client is looking for a proactive and organised Production Planner to play a vital role in ensuring production efficiency, stock availability, and seamless alignment between customer service and the factory floor. If you're passionate about creating order from chaos, love working with systems, and enjoy cross-functional teamwork, this could be your next exciting move.

What You'll Be Doing:
- Master of the Schedule
- Build and manage production schedules that keep operations flowing and customers happy
- Adapt plans quickly to meet demand changes while maintaining efficiency

Inventory & Stock Control
- Monitor stock levels to avoid shortages or excess
- Work closely with procurement to ensure the right materials are always on hand

Systems Champion
- Use ERP/MRP tools to update schedules, track production, and generate reports
- Maintain accurate records across inventory, planning, and output

Team Connector
- Act as the bridge between production and customer service
- Ensure every order is clearly communicated, correctly scheduled, and delivered on time

Continuous Improvement Driver
- Identify and fix planning bottlenecks
- Contribute to smarter, faster, and more reliable production planning processes

What We're Looking For:
- Proven experience in production planning, scheduling, or supply chain roles
- Strong understanding of inventory control and stock management
- Confident using ERP/MRP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and Microsoft Office
- Excellent communication skills - able to work closely with all departments
= Calm under pressure, with strong organisational and time management skills
= Detail-oriented, analytical, and solution-focused

Bonus Points For:
- Experience in a component-based or complex production environment
- Certifications in production planning, supply chain, or inventory management

Why Join?
- Be a critical player in a collaborative, fast-moving production team
- Make your mark by improving processes and driving efficiency
- Work with modern systems and tools to support your success
- Enjoy a role where no two days are the same, and your voice matters

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