Strategic Production Planning Lead — Hybrid & Bonus

Timi-Matik; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturing organisation is seeking an experienced Production Planning Manager in Greater Manchester. This pivotal role involves leading a team to ensure efficient production scheduling, demand forecasting, and capacity optimisation. Key responsibilities include enhancing planning processes, collaborating with operations, and managing ERP data. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in production planning, a deep understanding of supply chain operations, and proficiency in ERP systems. The role offers competitive salary and benefits including a hybrid working model.

Benefits

35-hour working week

Flexible start/finish times

Annual performance bonus

26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

4x salary life assurance

Matched pension scheme

Private single healthcare coverage

Qualifications

• Proven management or supervisory experience in Production Planning.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end Supply Chain operations.
• Experience leading or contributing to Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP).
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (IFS or SAP preferred).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the Production Planning team.
• Evaluate and refine planning processes to enhance efficiency.
• Collaborate with Operations to optimise production strategies.
• Drive Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) and forecasting.
• Manage ERP system data to support decision-making.
• Work with Procurement to manage stock levels.
• Champion sustainable working practices across planning activities.

Skills

Management or supervisory experience in Production Planning

Understanding of end-to-end Supply Chain operations

Experience in Sales & Operations Planning

Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (IFS or SAP)

Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Stakeholder engagement skills

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Relevant technical or business qualification

Tools

ERP/MRP systems (IFS or SAP)

Job description

A leading global manufacturing organisation is seeking an experienced Production Planning Manager in Greater Manchester. This pivotal role involves leading a team to ensure efficient production scheduling, demand forecasting, and capacity optimisation. Key responsibilities include enhancing planning processes, collaborating with operations, and managing ERP data. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in production planning, a deep understanding of supply chain operations, and proficiency in ERP systems. The role offers competitive salary and benefits including a hybrid working model.