Production Planning Manager

Proactive Global; Tongham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established engineering firm based near Aldershot seeks a Production Planning Manager to oversee the development and maintenance of production schedules. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, experience in production planning within manufacturing, preferably with aerospace knowledge, and proficiency in production planning software. Key responsibilities include coordinating with the purchasing department, monitoring production processes, and optimizing production output. This role offers competitive compensation and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Referral scheme for successful applicants

Equal opportunity employer policies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Production Management, Industrial Engineering, or significant experience in a related field.
• Experience in the manufacturing industry, Aerospace a plus.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and practices.
• Certification in production and inventory management (CPIM) or similar.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules to meet customer demands and production targets.
• Coordinate with the purchasing department to ensure timely procurement of materials.
• Monitor production processes and adjust schedules as needed.

Skills

Production planning

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Lean manufacturing principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Production Management or Industrial Engineering

Tools

Production planning software

Job description

Production Planning Manager

Aldershot

55-65K

Production Planning Manager urgently required to work for a world leading engineering businesses based near Aldershot. We are looking for an experienced manager with a proven background of production planning within an engineering, precision engineering, machine shop type environment, ideally with Aerospace experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules to meet customer demands and production targets.
• Coordinate with the purchasing department to ensure timely procurement of materials and supplies.
• Monitor production processes and adjust schedules as needed to address any issues or delays.
• Collaborate with the quality control team to ensure that all products meet quality standards.
• Analyse production data and generate reports to identify areas for improvement / SIOP / Load & Cap analysis.
• Implement and maintain production planning software and tools.
• Communicate production plans and schedules to relevant departments and stakeholders.
• Optimise Production output working with a team of Production Planners / Managers and Coordinators.

Skills and Qualifications / Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Production Management, Industrial Engineering, or significant experience in a related field.
• Experience in the manufacturing industry, Aerospace a plus.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and practices.
• Certification in production and inventory management (CPIM) or similar.
• Proven experience in production planning and scheduling.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in production planning software and tools.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.

If you have the above skills and wish to be considered for this position or find out more details then please contact Nathan Woakes on (phone number removed) or submit your CV to apply to this advert.

Proactive also offer a referral scheme for successful applicants – if you know anyone that could be suited to this position then please contact Proactive with their details and if they are placed by Proactive you will receive £250. *T&Cs apply*

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.