Data Analyst and Production Planner

Data Analyst and Production Planner

📍 Location: Cambourne Cambridgeshire
💼 Permanent, Full-Time
✈️ Some domestic and international travel may be required

Salary negotiable, dependent on experience

About the Opportunity

Manpower Group is proud to be partnering with a global leader in advanced technology and precision manufacturing to recruit an experienced Data Analyst and Production Planner.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a cutting-edge organisation at the forefront of innovation, supporting global production operations through world-class data analysis, demand forecasting, and materials planning. You''ll play a key role in ensuring efficient supply chain performance and production alignment across multiple international sites.

The Role
As a Data Analyst and Production Planner, you''ll combine your analytical expertise with strong operational planning skills to drive smarter, data-led decisions across the production and supply chain network. You will:

• Utilise Power BI and SAP/CRM systems to analyse global sales data and support material demand forecasting.
• Develop and apply AI-based forecasting tools to improve decision-making accuracy.
• Work closely with IT and business teams to ensure data integration across systems.
• Collaborate with product and supply chain teams to gather forecasts, assess risks, and map market trends.
• Produce monthly and quarterly analytical reports to guide production decisions.
• Align material demand across global production plants and maintain accurate slot planning.
• Monitor flexibility in production capacity to respond to short-term market changes.
• Maintain and update an 18-month rolling forecast to balance production and supply chain demand.
• Support the planning process for Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and new product introductions.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders on open forecasts and material availability.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 andamp; 14001 standards.
• Deputise for the Production Planning and Materials Logistics Manager when required.

About You
We''re looking for a forward-thinking and data-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced, global manufacturing environment. You will bring:

• Strong analytical skills with experience using Power BI, SAP, and data visualisation tools.
• A background in production planning, demand forecasting, or materials logistics.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Confidence interpreting large datasets and turning insights into practical actions.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Experience within manufacturing, engineering, or technology-led industries (highly desirable).

What''s on Offer

• A dynamic and innovative environment where your insights drive real business impact.
• The opportunity to work with global teams and cutting-edge planning tools.
• Career development and progression opportunities within a world-class organisation.

If you''re an analytical thinker who enjoys connecting data, systems, and people to optimise production performance - we''d love to hear from you.
Apply today through Manpower Group to take the next step in your career as a Data Analyst and Production Planner.