Experience Dependent + Annual Bonus + Private Medical
Stroud
Join a global engineering and technology leader that delivers innovative automation, electrification and digitalisation solutions across a wide range of industries. With a strong reputation for investment in people, continuous improvement and operational excellence, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planning professional to play a key role within a highly advanced manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities - Planning Lead
Own and maintain the master production schedule, ensuring customer demand is met whilst optimising inventory levels and manufacturing capacity.
Lead the Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, providing accurate demand and supply forecasts.
Collaborate with Production, Procurement, Engineering and Supply Chain teams to align manufacturing plans with business objectives.
Monitor material availability, capacity constraints and production performance, implementing corrective actions where required.
Analyse planning data and KPIs to identify risks, improve forecast accuracy and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Support new product introductions and strategic projects, ensuring effective planning and resource allocation.
Experience / Qualifications - Planning Lead
Previous experience in a Master Scheduler, Supply Chain Planner, Production Planner or similar role within a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems and production planning methodologies.
Experience leading or supporting S&OP processes.
Ability to analyse complex data and make informed planning decisions.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
APICS, CIPS, Supply Chain, Operations Management or related qualification would be advantageous.
Ideal background / Previous roles may include: Master Scheduler, Master Production Planner, Senior Production Planner, Supply Chain Planner, Lead Planner, Manufacturing Planner, Operations Planner, Integrated Business Planning (IBP) Planner, Demand & Supply Planner, Materials Planning Manager, Production Planning Manager or Supply Planning Manager
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