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Planning Manager

  • Location: Great Yarmouth
  • Salary: £55000 per annum
  • Job Type:Permanent
  • Sector: Logistics, Industrial
  • Contact: Helen Pitcher
  • Contact Email: h.pitcher@select.co.uk
  • Contact Phone: 03303 352510
  • Job Ref: SF61585
Are you ready to dive into a thriving, high-end industry and play a pivotal role in shaping its future? My client, a leading manufacturer in a niche market, is seeking a talented Planning Manager to join their expanding team. This exciting opportunity comes as a result of the company's impressive growth and strategic decision to bring production in-house, offering you the chance to be at the forefront of their continued success.

As the new Planning Manager, you'll have the opportunity to coordinate and manage all planning activities, ensuring customer expectations are not just met, but exceeded. You'll be instrumental in reviewing processes, improving efficiency's, and maintaining an impressive 95% minimum On Time In Full (OTIF) requirement. This role offers you the chance to flex your strategic muscles, working closely with Production Managers and the Group Purchasing Manager to ensure smooth operations. You'll lead a dedicated planning team, reviewing customer order books, managing capacity data, and overseeing the New Product Introduction (NPI) process. If you're passionate about optimising inventory management and driving operational excellence, this Planning Manager role is your ticket to an inspiring career move.
Join a company that values your expertise and offers:
  • A dynamic work environment with a real buzz about expansion and direction
  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge MRP systems, including D365
  • Chance to mentor and develop a Lead Planner, enhancing your leadership skills
  • Involvement in high-end, niche industry projects
Full time, Permanent position.  Salary circa £55k plus benefits
If you're ready to take your planning career to new heights in a role that offers both challenge and reward, don't miss this opportunity. Apply now to join a forward-thinking team where your skills in production planning, inventory control, and materials requirements planning will be put to excellent use. Contact Helen Pitcher for further information.