Overall Objective

To ensure the effective planning, organization and coordination of production schedules.

Reporting To

Head of Operations

Hours

39 hours per week

Qualifications & Experience

At least 3 years’ experience in a planning/scheduling role, preferably in the manufacturing sectors
Very good IT skills with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Excel
Experience with ERP systems (Epicor desirable)
Third level Business or Supply Chain qualification (desirable)

Person/Skills Required

Excellent time management, organisation and planning ability; capable of multitasking and dealing with competing priorities within tight deadlines.
Self-motivated with excellent interpersonal and communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders
Detail focussed with strong analytical thinking

Responsibilities and Duties

Define monthly production plans based on customer forecasts with the understanding of operational constraints
Create weekly production plans in the ERP system and track production variances
Keep Production Manager and Head of Operations informed of production plan and any potential bottlenecks
Work closely with production and engineering to accommodate fast track customer orders or prototypes
Define inventory plans to demonstrate accurate planning
Generate purchase requisitions and ensure availability of material to meet production planning
Work closely with procurement personnel to consider external vendor inputs and outputs to determine options for component management
Management of relevant KPIs whilst leading and participating in continuous improvement
Support the development of any future improvements to the planning process
All other duties as reasonably required

Benefits package includes

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