Supply Planning Manager

Castle Employment Agency Ltd; Whitby; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing organization in Whitby is seeking a Supply Planning Manager. This permanent role involves updating production schedules, managing MRP processes, and collaborating with various teams. The ideal candidate has experience in manufacturing, particularly in production planning and the S&OP process. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits, with the flexibility to transition to hybrid working after probation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of production planning and S&OP process.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholder demands effectively.

Responsibilities

• Update the Master Production Scheduler and manage production scheduling.
• Attend and contribute to S&OP meetings.
• Manage the MRP process.

Skills

Production planning

S&OP process

Stakeholder management

ERP systems

Tools

Supply chain tools within ERP

Job description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Supply Planning Manager to join an established and successful manufacturing organisation based in North Yorkshire. This is a permanent position offering a highly competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to move into a hybrid role following the successful completion of the probationary period. The position is both challenging and rewarding, providing excellent scope for professional development.

As the Supply Planning Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Updating the Master Production Scheduler and managing all medium- and short-term production scheduling
• Attending and contributing to S&OP meetings
• Managing the MRP process
• Conducting capacity planning (MPS) for internal production sites and third-party contracted suppliers
• Developing sourcing plans (MRP) for intercompany movements and direct external purchases
• Collaborating closely with multiple stakeholders, including operations, technical, and sales teams

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience in a similar role within a manufacturing environment (experience within the food sector is advantageous)
• Strong knowledge of production planning and the S&OP process
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple stakeholder demands effectively
• A solid understanding of ERP systems, with high proficiency in supply chain tools within ERP platforms
• Knowledge of new product set-up and onboarding, bill of material management, capacity planning, and MRP

This role offers a highly competitive salary dependent on experience, an attractive benefits package, and the flexibility to transition to a hybrid working arrangement after probation. The business is commutable from Malton, Guisborough, Middlesbrough, Pickering, Scarborough, Stokesley, and surrounding areas.