Production Planner

We are seeking an experienced Demand Planner to be responsible for coordinating production planning activities, ensuring customer demand is accurately reflected in production schedules, and supporting efficient supply chain performance.
Working within a fast-paced environment, the role involves analysing forecasts, managing production requirements, identifying risks, and supporting improvements to planning processes while collaborating with multiple stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities
Coordinating and maintaining accurate production plans aligned with customer demand and operational requirements
Reviewing forecasts, identifying risks, and adapting plans to meet changing business needs
Supporting demand reviews and providing planning insight to internal and external stakeholders
Leading and contributing to regular planning and production meetings
Communicating production changes and impacts across relevant teams
Maintaining accurate planning data and supporting effective inventory management
Identifying stock risks and working collaboratively to improve planning accuracy and efficiency
Partnering with procurement, operations, logistics, and commercial teams to resolve issues and drive improvements
Providing ongoing demand planning support and responding proactively to daily challenges
Key Skills & Experience
Demonstrating experience in demand planning, production planning, supply chain, or a similar role
Showing strong understanding of planning processes and inventory management
Possessing excellent organisation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Demonstrating strong analytical ability with high attention to detail and accuracy
Managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines effectively
Applying strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach
Demonstrating good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and planning systems
Having experience with SAP or similar systems is desirable
Showing flexibility when required, including occasional out-of-hours support
This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional to play a key role in connecting customer demand, operations, and supply chain activities while supporting improved efficiency and service levels.
Additional Information:
Salary is dependent on experience