Planning Manager

Planning Manager – Kendal

Planning Manager is reporting to the Head of Supply Chain and is responsible for the tactical execution of planning and purchasing goals, while leading a professional team.

As a key player in Anord Mardix, a Flex company, you will drive alignment between customer demand, material availability, and production capacity.

• Develop and maintain demand and supply plans to ensure alignment between customer needs, material availability, and production capacity.
• Drive cost‑efficiency initiatives, focusing on WIP reduction, inventory optimisation, and cash flow improvement.
• Own inventory performance and SIOP/S&OP processes, ensuring accurate data, clear reporting, and achievement of monthly targets.
• Oversee production and procurement planning, including weekly production scheduling and ensuring timely raw‑material availability.
• Monitor delivery performance and supply risks, proactively adjusting plans and leading mitigation strategies for delays or constraints.
• Lead planning excellence across the plant, including capacity planning, master resource planning, safety stock management, and supply execution processes.
• Provide strategic insights to manufacturing leadership, enabling informed decisions on capacity, cost optimisation, and long‑term operational performance.
• Lead and develop the planning team, fostering strong cross‑functional collaboration with Operations, Engineering, Project Management, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

• Extensive experience (10+ years) across diverse supply‑chain roles, providing a well‑rounded operational and strategic perspective.
• Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience.
• Working towards or holding a professional certification in supply chain or procurement (e.g., CIPS, APICS).
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent, with hands‑on experience in planning environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
  365, with the ability to effectively manage data, reporting, and analysis.
• Solid understanding of end‑to‑end supply‑chain processes, including planning, procurement, and inventory management.

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including an annual merit review, enhanced annual leave, extended maternity/paternity leave, and flexible/remote/hybrid work options.
• Employee recognition scheme and long‑service awards.
• Referral bonus and volunteer days.
• Group Life insurance with death‑in‑service payment and access to a virtual GP service available 24/7.
• Sick‑pay scheme, cycle‑to‑work scheme, and access to discount programmes (food, activities, gym memberships).
• Employee assistance programme, on‑site mental‑health first‑aid training, and additional wellbeing support.

Global Procurement & Supply Chain

Anord Mardix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications and abilities. We do not discriminate based on age, race, religion, colour, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status or any other status protected by law. We provide reasonable accommodations for disabled applicants seeking assistance in the application process.