Senior Manufacturing Production Planning Manager

Butler Rose Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

A manufacturing organization in Exeter is seeking a skilled Production Planning Manager to lead production planning activities. You will manage a small team and collaborate closely with production and purchasing functions to ensure efficient manufacturing output and customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have proven leadership experience in a manufacturing setting, strong analytical skills, and familiarity with MRP systems. This permanent role offers a competitive salary of £50,000 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a production planning leadership role within a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience using MRP systems and production scheduling software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the translation of high-level demand and capacity plans into production plans.
• Drive customer service performance through accurate planning.
• Manage capacity and resources to optimise production efficiency.

Skills

Production planning leadership

Demand forecasting

Capacity planning

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

MRP systems

Production scheduling software

Job description

A manufacturing organization in Exeter is seeking a skilled Production Planning Manager to lead production planning activities. You will manage a small team and collaborate closely with production and purchasing functions to ensure efficient manufacturing output and customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have proven leadership experience in a manufacturing setting, strong analytical skills, and familiarity with MRP systems. This permanent role offers a competitive salary of £50,000 plus benefits.