At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the planning team in coordinating production schedules and managing inventory.
- Company: Join Blatchford, a global leader in advanced prosthetic technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days holiday, early finishes, and health cash plan.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity for career growth in a unique environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic team focused on innovative mobility solutions.
- Qualifications: GCSEs including maths and English, strong organisational skills, and Excel knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 32000 £ per year.
Blatchford is a multi-award winning, global manufacturer of some of the world's most advanced prosthetic technology, bespoke seating solutions and orthotic devices.
Our evidence-based approach and commitment to continuously challenge possibilities ensures our mobility solutions prioritise the wellbeing and long-term health of our users.
Through science, technology, and maintaining a clear focus on people, we make mobility possible.
We are growing and have recently opened a brand new, manufacturing facility in Basingstoke.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Planner to join our planning team.
The role As Junior Planner you will support the planning team in coordinating production schedules, managing inventory accuracy, and ensuring smooth flow of materials and information through the business.
Key duties and responsibilities Creating, updating, and maintaining job orders/work orders in the planning system.
Ensuring all bill of materials (BOM), routings, and labour steps are entered correctly.
Tracking progress of job orders and flagging delays or discrepancies to Senior planner.
Supporting capacity planning by maintaining accurate production timelines and resource availability.
Raising, maintaining, and tracking transfer orders between warehouses, production locations, and departments.
Communicating with Warehouse/Logistics teams to ensure timely picking, dispatch, and receipt of materials.
Monitoring open transfer orders and follow up on overdue or incomplete movements.
Reconciling transfer order variances and investigate discrepancies.
Updating system records following adjustments, scrap, or rework decisions.
Entering and maintaining planning-related data in ERP/MRP systems Preparing regular reports for Planning, Production, Finance, and Procurement teams.
Ensuring accurate documentation of product codes, BOM changes, and SKU attributes.
Supporting data clean-up initiatives (e. g., standardising item descriptions, updating supplier lead times).
What are we looking for?
As Junior Planner, you will have the following Key skills GCSE's (Or equivalent) including maths and English Strong organisational and administrative skills.
Good working knowledge of Excel and ability to learn ERP/MRP systems.
Comfortable handling data, numbers, and structured processes.
Excellent communication skills across departments.
Ability to prioritise multiple tasks and adapt to changing deadlines.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
What can we offer you?
Benefits Competitive salary 25 days holiday (rising with service) Option to purchase additional annual leave Early Friday finish Pension Discounted shopping and leisure activities On demand pay Health cash plan Cycle to work scheme Smart Tech scheme This is a fantastic opportunity to work as part of a dynamic team, within a unique environment and contribute to the success of our award-winning organisation.
If you feel like you meet the above criteria for this exciting Junior Planner opportunity, then please apply now!
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Junior Planner employer: Blatchford Ltd
Blatchford is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at our cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Basingstoke. With a strong focus on employee growth and a culture rooted in innovation and collaboration, we provide competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and unique benefits like a health cash plan and a cycle to work scheme. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of our users through advanced prosthetic technology and quality improvement initiatives.
