This role is for a Production Planning Manager in a fast paced manufacturing operation, based in Stoke-On-Trent. The successful candidate will oversee the Production Planning and order book management, and contribute as part of the senior management team.

Client Details

Our client is a growing, well financed manufacturing who have recently invested in new premises, capex, and additional headcount to support a very healthy order book. Based in Stoke-On-Trent, they maintain a considerable presence in their market sector and have a reputation for quality and reliability in their field.

Description

As the Production Planning Manager you will,

• Review current material flow and implement appropriate production planning strategies to support the order book, capacity, and manufacturing capability
• Serving as a key liaison between the company and its customers, ensure OTIF is held at a impressive level
• Work closely with production to support capacity uplift and tackle issues implementing a CI approach
• Monitoring and managing inventory levels
• Ensure the MRP system supports the operation, maintaining data integrity
• Support site leadership to meet business objectives

Profile

A successful Production Planning Manager should have:

• Proven experience in a managerial role within a fast paced manufacturing operation, ideally focused on metal fabrication and assembly
• A strong understanding of production planning and supply chain management, being able to demonstrate building a production plan from 1st principles
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to build strong client relationships.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities and a detail-oriented mindset.
• Able to support and contribute as part of the site leadership team, building engagement, culture, and performance

Job Offer

• A competitive annual salary of around £55,000, depending on experience.
• The opportunity to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• The chance to make a real impact on the company's procurement and supply chain operations.

If this role sounds like a good fit for you, don't hesitate to apply today and take the next step in your career.