Production Planner x2

Owen Daniels; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work after training

Early finish on Fridays

Core hours 10:00–15:00

Job summary

Owen Daniels is seeking a Planner to manage customer orders from receipt through to production release in a busy manufacturing setting near Bridgwater. You will process 50-100 orders daily using the ERP/MRP system, check stock, and liaise with production to keep schedules on track.

Hybrid working is available after an initial training period, with core hours 10:00–15:00 and a Friday early finish, offering a stable long-term role with career prospects.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing planning.
• ERP/MRP experience; SAP desirable.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer orders from receipt to production release.
• Process and release 50–100 orders per day using ERP/MRP.
• Check stock availability and resolve issues before production.
• Liaise with production and internal departments to meet schedules.
• Monitor orders through to completion and keep stakeholders updated.

Skills

Planning experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment adaptation

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Opportunity: Planner

Location: Near Dunball / Wembdon / Bridgwater

Salary: Up to £30,000 (DOE)

Office-Based with Hybrid Flexibility

Join a leading manufacturing business as a Planner, playing a key role in managing customer orders from receipt through to production. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy, fast-paced environment where you'll work closely with production and internal teams to ensure orders are delivered on time.

About the Role

• Manage customer orders from receipt through to production release
• Process and release 50-100 orders per day using the ERP/MRP system
• Check stock availability and resolve any issues before production
• Liaise with production and internal departments to ensure schedules are met
• Monitor orders through to completion and keep stakeholders updated

What We're Looking For

• Previous planning experience within a manufacturing or production environment
• Strong ERP/MRP system experience is essential (SAP desirable)
• Excellent organisation and communication skills
• Confident working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Manufacturing background required (retail/logistics-only experience won't be suitable)

What's in It for You

• Salary up to £30,000 DOE
• Hybrid flexibility after training
• Flexi-time with core hours of 10:00am-3:00pm and an early finish on Fridays
• Stable long-term opportunity with excellent career prospects