Production Planning Manager

Description

• Lead, coach, and develop the Production Planning team (3 direct reports), fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Manage ERP system data (IFS or similar) to support decision-making and produce meaningful management reports.
• Work with Procurement to manage stock levels and shelf-life requirements in fast-changing demand environments.
• Evaluate and refine planning processes to enhance efficiency and service performance (On Time Despatch to Commit).
• Champion sustainable and responsible working practices across all planning activities.
• Drive and support the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) and forecasting processes in partnership with commercial and finance teams.
• Collaborate with Operations to optimise production strategies balancing make-to-order and make-to-stock approaches.

Requirements

• Experience leading or contributing to Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP).
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (IFS or SAP preferred).
• Proven management or supervisory experience in Production Planning.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end Supply Chain operations.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A relevant technical or business qualification (advantageous).
• A continuous improvement mindset and enthusiasm for developing people and processes.

Benefits

• 26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.
• 4x salary life assurance.
• Private single healthcare coverage.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Flexible start/finish times and up to 1 day remote working.
• 35-hour working week, Monday to Friday.
• Matched pension scheme.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance