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Head of Planning - Hybrid

Job Posted: 6 days ago

Salary: £ 60,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Bristol

Expire in: 22 days

Job Description

I'm currently supporting a leading engineering and technology business in Severn Beach with the search for a Head of Planning to join their growing operations team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced planning leader to take ownership of the planning function, driving strategy, improving systems, and ensuring alignment across Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP).

The Role

As Head of Planning, you will:

Lead and develop a team of 5 planners
Take full ownership of the planning strategy and SIOP process
Oversee production scheduling and Master Production Planning (MPS)
Drive capacity planning across labour, materials, and equipment
Work closely with Supply Chain, Engineering, Sales, and Production teams
Improve forecasting, demand planning, and inventory control
Ensure accuracy and continuous improvement across ERP/MRP systems
Identify risks and implement proactive solutions to maintain delivery performance
Champion Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives

What I'm Looking For

Proven experience in a Planning or Supply Chain leadership role
Strong understanding of MRP II, ERP systems (e.g. SAP), and supply planning
Experience managing and developing planning teams
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Background within manufacturing, engineering, or a regulated environment
Degree or equivalent in a relevant field (desirable)
APICS / Lean certifications (advantageous)

The Package

Salary up to £70,000
Hybrid working (after initial on boarding period)
25 days holiday + early finish on Fridays
Private healthcare
Pension & share scheme
Strong long-term career development opportunities

Additional Info

Reporting directly to the Operations Director
Working closely with Head of Supply Chain and Head of Production
Initially 4-5 days on-site, reducing to 3 days per week

Interested?

If this sounds like the right move for you, apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.

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