Production Planning Manager

Production Planning Team Leader

£45-50k

Permanent Role

Wiltshire Location

If you are an experienced production and manufacturing professional with a strong background in production planning and people management then this opportunity could be ideal for you.

This role involves managing the production planning and control team and driving process improvements across the department.

The company manufactures high reliability electromechanical products and also provides repair and overhaul services; this role suits those with experience in aerospace, rail, automotive or defence, or similar industries.

Ideally you will have experience with SAP-based ERP systems and knowledge of interpreting data within production and manufacturing.

For full details on this exciting role please apply online and a team member from Reed will be in touch.

• Lead and supervise the Production Planning team, providing guidance and support.
• Implement and maintain SAP MRP production order information, planning systems, tools, and best practices.
• Develop, manage, and adjust production schedules based on demand forecasts, inventory levels, and capacity constraints.
• Coordinate with procurement, manufacturing, and the service delivery team to ensure requirements are met.
• Monitor production progress and resolve issues or bottlenecks in collaboration with relevant departments.
• Analyse data to improve planning accuracy and identify areas for process improvement.
• Provide regular reporting and updates to leadership team on schedule adherence and planning performance.
• Oversee and maintain material forecast for aftermarket production requirements.

• Experience with production planning & control processes.
• Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and efficiency.

• Communication, influencing and leading skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Planning, organising and decision making.