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Production Planning Manager

Job Posted: 6 days ago

Salary: £ 48,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire

Expire in: 22 days

Job Description

An established industrial manufacturing organisation is seeking a Production Planning Manager to lead planning operations, optimise production schedules, and improve on-time delivery performance. The role oversees demand forecasting, inventory control, and cross-functional coordination to ensure efficient, cost-effective manufacturing aligned with customer requirements and continuous improvement initiatives across the site overall.

Client Details

Production Planning Manager, Berkhamsted: 

* A long-established UK-based engineering manufacturer
 * Designs and produces specialist industrial equipment
 * Serves a global customer base across multiple sectors
 * Known for technical expertise, quality, and innovation
 * Offers a stable, growth-oriented environment

Description

Production Planning Manager, Berkhamsted: 
 
* Own production planning, creating and adjusting schedules to meet demand
 * Convert orders and forecasts into sequenced assembly schedules
 * Monitor output vs plan, acting quickly to protect on-time delivery
 * Oversee WIP accuracy, job closure, and monthly reporting processes
 * Coordinate daily activity across production and warehouse teams
 * Manage stock levels, ensuring material availability with purchasing
 * Lead cycle counts, stock takes, and resolve inventory discrepancies
 * Drive continuous improvement using lean tools and optimised workflows

Profile

Production Planning Manager, Berkhamsted: 
 
* 3+ years' experience in production planning within manufacturing
 * Background in engineering or manual assembly environments preferred
 * Strong experience of inventory control and stock accuracy processes
 * Proven ability to lead production or warehouse teams effectively
 * Confident using ERP or MRP systems for planning and reporting
 * Strong analytical skills with ability to forecast and adjust plans
 * Organised and able to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
 * Knowledge of lean manufacturing and ISO standards is advantageous

Job Offer

salary circa £50,000 to £55,000 plus excellent package

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