Production Planner - Manufacturing Operations

Placements24; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Hybrid work arrangement

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Production Planner for their East London operations to optimize manufacturing schedules, manage inventory, and coordinate with sales, procurement and production teams to meet customer demand. The role is hybrid, balancing on-site collaboration with remote work.

You will hold a Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain or related field, have at least 3 years of production planning experience, and be proficient with ERP systems and Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in production planning or scheduling within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in production planning software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage complex data sets and forecast demand.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed production schedules based on demand forecasts, order priorities, and available resources.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as necessary to accommodate changes or unforeseen issues.
• Manage inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods to ensure optimal stock levels.
• Collaborate closely with sales, procurement, and production teams to ensure seamless workflow and on-time delivery.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, forecast future needs, and recommend improvements to planning processes.
• Ensure that production plans align with company capacity, efficiency targets, and cost-control objectives.

Skills

Production planning

Forecasting

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management / Supply Chain / Business

Tools

ERP software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Production Planner to optimize manufacturing schedules and resource allocation for their operations in East London . This role is critical for ensuring timely production and efficient use of materials and machinery. You will be responsible for creating production plans, managing inventory levels, and coordinating with various departments to meet customer demands. This hybrid role allows for effective collaboration both on-site and remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed production schedules based on demand forecasts, order priorities, and available resources.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as necessary to accommodate changes or unforeseen issues.
• Manage inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods to ensure optimal stock levels.
• Collaborate closely with sales, procurement, and production teams to ensure seamless workflow and on-time delivery.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, forecast future needs, and recommend improvements to planning processes.
• Ensure that production plans align with company capacity, efficiency targets, and cost-control objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in production planning or scheduling within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in production planning software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage complex data sets and forecast demand.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and inventory management principles.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plan.
• Generous paid time off.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in planning software and methodologies.