Planner

Overview

In this role you will manage production and materials flow to match demand and capacity, working closely with internal customers and production. You will generate load and capacity reports, manage inter-plant purchases, and coordinate engineering changes and material supply issues to maintain service levels. You will drive continuous improvement in the supply chain and ensure accurate inventory control. This position offers opportunities for growth within a global, sustainability-forward culture.

Pay / Benefits

• Inclusion & Diversity
• Sustainability
• Mentoring programme
• Eaton University
• Career development opportunities
• Structured onboarding

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain production orders aligned with demand, material availability and capacity
• Build relationships with internal customers while upholding professionalism and ethical standards
• Produce reports detailing load and capacity requirements for the plant
• Create and maintain inter-plant purchase orders as needed
• Review customer amendments and expedite requests; coordinate changes with Customer Service and Production
• Review engineering changes and communicate them to Production
• Assess material supply issues impacting the production plan and inform Customer Service of impacts
• Identify areas for improvement aligned with strategic goals to enhance service levels
• Maintain material master records relevant to supply chain functions
• Ensure professional commercial engagement at all times
• Drive inventory control initiatives with minimal variance and >95% cycle count accuracy

Key requirements

• 2 years planning experience in a make-to-order manufacturing environment
• Engineering background would be an advantage (Mechanical/Electrical)
• SAP or major ERP experience desirable
• MS Office proficiency (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills
• Ability to communicate at all levels internally and externally
• Flexible and proactive approach to daily tasks
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Ability to multi-task and prioritise workload

• excellent communication
• strong organizational skills
• proactive mindset
• ability to work under pressure
• SAP or major ERP experience
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

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