Planner

Job Title: - Planner

Salary:- -35,000 to -40,000 plus benefits-

Our manufacturing Huntingdon based client are looking for a permanent Planner to help with accurate planning to ensure maximization of timings. Working to a-high standard of accuracy. The ability to communicate clearly & in a timely manner, whilst prioritising according to department deadlines.

Main Responsibilities for the Planner:

• OTIF led by the capacity plan
• Optimising product/machine routing to minimise make-readies between sizes/styles.
• Use ERP (SPOCS) to identify constraints in future periods; balance uneven production demands and identify potential capacity resource constraints with manpower.
• Adjustment of machine availability pending shift changes (eg. Seasonal / demand)
• Develop process to foresee challenges to scheduling with Operations Manager by tracking output.
• Provide KPI data and output reports to Operations Manager such as ACTUAL vs estimated output.
• Liaise/coordinate with sales & supply chain, ensuring materials/plan satisfy delivery date.
• Identify and alert Operations Manager of inaccuracies in ERP (SPOCS) input/output error.

Experience required for the Planner:

• SPOCS ERP expertise preferrable but not essential. (SPOCS by KM software systems)
• A natural forward planner who critically assesses own performance
• Able to get on with others and be a team player
• Ability to work in a changing environment
• Keeps clam under pressure
• Structured problem solver with an open mind
• Willing to seek help
• Confident presenting schedule Infront of 6 members of senior management

Hours of work for the Planner:

• Monday to Friday 37.5 hours 7.30am to 3.30pm

Benefits for the Planner:-

• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Brand new site, up to date working environment
• Pension
• Life Insurance
• Free electric car charging
• Medical cover and wellbeing support
• Referral scheme
• Etc etc

For more details please contact Lisa Parsons-