Manufacturing Production Planner & Planning Specialist

Job Description Summary

During a time of exciting growth at Dowty (a GE Aerospace company) we have a new opportunity for an 18‑month fixed‑term contract to join our on‑site manufacturing team in Brockworth, near Gloucester, as a manufacturing planning specialist. As a planner you will manage and ensure the integrity of product data within our business planning system, oversee embodiment of engineering changes, act as the focal point for New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, and support the Master Production Schedule (MPS).

• Oversee the creation, maintenance, and accuracy of item master data within our business planning systems such as Syteline and Oracle ERP. Ensure that all data related to part numbers, descriptions, specifications, and BOMs are correct, complete, and up to date, and that they comply with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
• Implement and maintain data governance processes to ensure standards are adhered to. Conduct regular audits and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to identify and correct data discrepancies, redundancies, and inaccuracies in the item master.
• Work closely with engineering, quality, procurement, production, and customer‑facing teams to maintain a smooth flow of product data across the supply chain. Provide support and act as the plan for all design changes, engineering change notifications, and other data projects to ensure product configurations and item master data align with operational and program needs.
• Coordinate the supply chain implementation of all engineering changes and new products, ensuring the timely and accurate setup of parts and BOM changes. Plan effectivity dates, inventory impacts, and MPS adjustments, and secure buy‑off from cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Establish required standard operating rhythms for change implementation and data quality within the Planning Team that meet strategic goals. Monitor key processes through key performance indicators reviewed within our daily management and document standard work.
• Identify areas for improvement in planning processes, recommend and implement process changes to increase efficiency, reduce lead times, and minimize costs by utilizing our Flight Deck Tool kit.
• Train and mentor team members on ERP systems as required.
• Act as a delegate to the Master Schedulers (trained as such) and support Materials Fulfilment where required.

• Experience in manufacturing or production planning is a key requirement.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college, or equivalent knowledge and experience in manufacturing and/or supply chain operations.
• Working knowledge of both ERP and MRP systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Established data analytical skills with digital tools such as Spotfire and Oracle.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities.
• Problem‑solving mindset.

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and adapt in a dynamic environment to meet customer demands.
• Willingness to adapt to change and drive process improvement through Flight deck fundamentals.
• APICS CPIM certification – Production and Inventory Management.

• Non‑contributory Pension
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Holiday:
  Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Failure to obtain BPSS clearance may result in ineligibility for the role and/or withdrawal of any employment offer.

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available.

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