Site-Based Planning Manager: Projects & Resources Lead

Leonardo; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time to Recharge

Employer pension

Hybrid/flexible working

Job summary

Leonardo is seeking a Planning Manager for its site in Luton. The role requires overseeing project planning, coordinating MRPII schedules, and ensuring material availability to meet customer demand.

You will collaborate with procurement, finance, and senior management to optimise costs and timelines, while guiding a team and reporting progress. The position is based in Luton with a hybrid/onsite working pattern, offering opportunities for growth and exposure to multi-functional teams within a

Qualifications

• Strong planning and scheduling understanding for MRPII material plans.
• Experience using SAP for material planning and coordination.
• Proficiency in Excel to analyse costs and run macros/tables.
• Ability to analyse data and performance metrics to guide decisions.
• Effective communication with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project plans and MRPII material schedules.
• Analyse project data and performance metrics to identify trends.
• Coordinate with procurement to place purchase orders.
• Lead and develop team members and coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders on project status and risks.

Skills

Planning

SAP

Excel

Data analysis

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Tools

MRPII scheduling

Job description

Leonardo is seeking a Planning Manager for its site in Luton. The role requires overseeing project planning, coordinating MRPII schedules, and ensuring material availability to meet customer demand.

You will collaborate with procurement, finance, and senior management to optimise costs and timelines, while guiding a team and reporting progress. The position is based in Luton with a hybrid/onsite working pattern, offering opportunities for growth and exposure to multi-functional teams within a