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Production Planning Manager

Roc Search Europe Limited

Guildford

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GBP 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

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Job summary

A key client seeking a Production Planning Manager to lead a small production planning team in Guildford. The candidate should have over 5 years of experience in production planning management and be adept at coordinating with various departments to ensure efficient operations. The position requires strong organizational and problem-solving skills, as well as experience with MRP/ERP systems. Please note that the client cannot offer sponsorship.

Qualifications

  • At least 5 years' experience in a managerial role leading a team of Production or Material Planners.
  • Proven experience in production planning.
  • Background in FMCG, household goods, components, electronics or similar.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily production planning and scheduling to meet customer demand.
  • Manage and coach a team of planners, prioritising workload and resolving issues.
  • Coordinate with operations, procurement, engineering, and sales to maintain flow and efficiency.
  • Optimise inventory, lead times, and planning parameters through data analysis.
  • Support process improvements and new product introductions.

Skills

Experience in production planning
Strong organisational skills
Problem-solving skills
FMCG or similar background
Confident communication

Tools

MRP/ERP systems
Job description

A key client of ours is seeking an experienced Production Planning Manager to lead a small production planning team and ensure smooth, efficient manufacturing operations.

This would suit a candidate who has at least 5 years' experience in a managerial role leading a team of Production or Material Planners.

Please note my client cannot offer sponsorship

Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee daily production planning and scheduling to meet customer demand.
  • Manage and coach a team of planners, prioritising workload and resolving issues.
  • Coordinate with operations, procurement, engineering, and sales to maintain flow and efficiency.
  • Optimise inventory, lead times, and planning parameters through data analysis.
  • Support process improvements and new product introductions.
Key Attributes
  • Proven experience in production planning as well as MRP/ERP systems.
  • Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
  • A background ideally working within either FMCG, household goods, components, electronics or similar
  • Confident communicator with a collaborative approach.
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