Planning Manager

Planning Manager

Full-Time 45000 - 55000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Alpha Labour and Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead production planning and ensure alignment with customer demand and business goals.
  • Company: Dynamic manufacturing company focused on growth and excellence.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment.
  • Other info: Join a team that values innovation and continuous improvement.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in a fast-paced setting while shaping business performance.
  • Qualifications: Experience in production planning and strong leadership skills.

The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 Β£ per year.

Due to continued growth and increasing customer demand, we are looking to appoint an experienced Planning Manager to lead and develop our Production Planning function. This is a fantastic opportunity for a planning professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys influencing business performance through effective production planning, forecasting, and cross-functional collaboration.

Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring customer requirements are met through robust planning processes, efficient resource utilisation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The Role

As Planning Manager, you will take ownership of the Master Production Schedule, leading planning activities across the business and ensuring alignment between customer demand, production capability, inventory management, and commercial objectives. You will work closely with Production, Supply Chain, Commercial and Quality teams to deliver operational excellence whilst developing and leading a small planning team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, maintain and manage the Master Production Schedule
  • Deliver short and long-term production forecasts to support business objectives
  • Lead the Sales, Inventory, Operations

Planning Manager employer: Alpha Labour and Recruitment

As a leading manufacturer in Sheffield, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that champions innovation and collaboration. Our employees benefit from comprehensive training programmes, clear career progression paths, and a supportive environment that encourages personal and professional growth. Join us to be part of a team that values your contributions and is committed to achieving production excellence while meeting the evolving needs of our customers.

Alpha Labour and Recruitment

Contact Details:

Alpha Labour and Recruitment Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Planning Manager

Production Planning
Forecasting
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Master Production Schedule Management
Resource Utilisation
Continuous Improvement
Inventory Management