PLANNING MANAGER
LONGPORT, STOKE ON TRENT OR DONCASTER
Progress Rail Locomotive are seeking to appoint an experienced and highly motivated professional Planning Manager
The Planning Manager is responsible for developing, leading and coordinating the implementation of PRL Europe’s integrated Service Delivery Plan across the 5 depots in the UK and Europe, ensuring the effective planning and scheduling to support efficient service operations. Driving continuous improvements and adaptability in planning processes.
This role is at the hub of PRL Europe’s capability to deliver for our customers and works extensively with all key functions, overseeing service delivery, managing demand planning with commercial to meet customer demand whilst maintaining quality, safety and delivery standards.
The Role of the Planning Manager is to:
* Develop and manage the overall PRL Europe integrated Service Delivery Plan in co-ordination with the Operational leads for the UK and EU
* Initial focus on reviewing and improving the delivery of a new service contract in Germany, with added complexity of using 3rd party providers to deliver contracted maintenance services.
* Lead role in the successful development and implementation of the Microsoft D365 asset management module, which will become the consolidated system for the Service Delivery Plan
* Liaise closely with Sales and external facing teams to clearly understand external demand requirements and integrate into the overall Service Delivery Plan.
* Liaise closely with Operations and other internal delivery functions (including procurement, warehousing and logistics) to clearly understand internal and supply chain capabilities and how these align with external demand requirements and integrate into the overall Service Delivery Plan
* Monitor and adjust plans in response to changing priorities and unforeseen challenges.
* Leads the development & implementation of specific service schedules for depots in line with the integrated Service Delivery Plan and accounting for performance capabilities across depots as well as supporting materials planning and procurement.
* Collaborate with engineering, materials planning, warehousing and logistics to develop, implement and continually review the Service Delivery plan/planning processes to facilitate the optimization of service output and continuous improvement.
* Ensure Service Delivery Pla...
Planning Manager employer: Progress Rail
Progress Rail Locomotive Europe is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Oxford where Field Service Engineers can thrive. With a strong emphasis on employee development through continuous training and a supportive team culture, you will have the opportunity to enhance your technical skills while contributing to the reliability of locomotive fleets. The company values safety and communication, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered to make a difference in the rail industry.
