Production Planner

Join our dynamic Planning team at Coherent, a leader in cutting‑edge laser technology. Our manufacturing facility exemplifies production excellence, delivering high‑quality laser products to a global market.

• Develop, maintain, and adjust production schedules and capacity plans in line with S&OP and forecast requirements.
• Monitor and address risks to on‑time delivery through daily production meetings and shortage reviews.
• Administer work orders, Kanban jobs, schedule booked sales orders, and packing confirmations to meet shipping deadlines.
• Run and analyse system reports using business systems to ensure accuracy and support decision‑making.
• Coordinate packing, shipping, and offsite storage to meet operational timelines.
• Maintain key KPIs and update planning data across monthly, quarterly, and annual cycles.
• Attend cross‑functional meetings (Production, Materials, R&D, PLM) to align plans with business priorities.

• Understanding of MRP, forecasting, and scheduling.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Administration understanding and accuracy.

• Strong data analysis and reporting skills to support operational decision‑making.
• Experience using Oracle and ERP reporting systems.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment would be an advantage.

• Ability to prioritize workload effectively, managing multiple tasks under pressure with guidance and support from the manager.
• Strong communicational skills to support collaborative work with cross‑functional & global teams.
• Ability to work as part of a team but also confident working with your own initiative.
• Ability to adapt and handle special assignments promptly and professionally.
• Computer literate with good knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 package & other business systems.

Working conditions typical of a climate‑controlled professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.

All employees are required to follow site EHS procedures and Coherent Scotland EHS standards.

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

I – Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust
C – Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
A – Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
R – Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
E – Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work