Production & Supply Planning Lead

Vickerstock; Northern Ireland; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company in Northern Ireland is seeking a Production & Supply Planning Lead to oversee the production planning function. You will lead demand planning processes, manage production schedules, and drive efficiency initiatives in a hybrid environment. The ideal candidate has experience in manufacturing and holds a relevant degree. A competitive salary, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Pension contributions

BUPA health coverage

10% company bonus achievable

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing/engineering business, ideally in a regulated industry.
• Strong understanding of Integrated Business Planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly S&OP demand planning and forecasting process.
• Oversee the execution of the demand plan in alignment with capacities.
• Drive robust order management processes to achieve OTIF delivery.
• Manage production planning for the solutions factory.
• Collaborate with logistics and 3PL partners for planning.
• Implement and monitor forecast accuracy metrics.

Skills

Lead monthly S&OP demand planning

Drive order management

Optimise production line capacity

Implement forecast accuracy metrics

Education

3rd level qualification, ideally a relevant degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Vickerstock are working in partnership with a global manufacturingbusiness on the appointment of a Production & Supply Planning Lead on a full-time permanent basis.

As the Production & Supply Planning Lead, you will report directly to the SC Manager and will have responsibility for the production planning function. Among other things, a core responsibility will be to develop forecast accuracy controls and measures in conjunction with regional and commercials teams to drive ongoing improvement plans.

Hours: M-F 08:30 - 17:00 (40 hours)
Hybrid
Pension Cont
BUPA
10% company bonus achievable

In your new role:

• Lead the monthly S&OP demand planning and forecasting process to enable effective factory scheduling while achieving regional inventory targets.
• Oversee the execution of the demand plan in alignment with operational and production capacities.
• Drive robust order management processes to achieve OTIF (On-Time in Full) delivery, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and continuous improvement with a strong customer focus.
• Manage production planning and scheduling for the solutions factory to ensure adherence to production plans and maintain optimal finished goods inventory across regions.
• Collaborate with logistics and 3PL partners to support weekly planning and shipment scheduling.
• Optimise production line capacity, enhancing labour efficiency and minimising changeover times.
• Implement and monitor forecast accuracy metrics, working closely with regional and commercial teams to drive sustained improvement initiatives.

What you will need to succeed:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing/engineering business, ideally in a regulated industry.
• 3rd level qualification, ideally a relevant degree.
• Experience in SAP is advantageous
• Understanding of Integrated Business Planning.

For a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can help support you with your next move, get in touch with our supply chain consultant Michael Irwin today!