Planning Manager

Planning Manager, Manufacturing-

Sheffield-

Drive Production Excellence. Shape Business Performance.-

Due to continued growth and increasing customer demand, we are looking to appoint an experienced-Planning Manager-to lead and develop our Production Planning function.-

This is a fantastic opportunity for a planning professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys influencing business performance through effective production planning, forecasting, and cross-functional collaboration.-

Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring customer requirements are met through robust planning processes, efficient resource utilisation, and continuous improvement initiatives.-

The Role-

As Planning Manager, you will take ownership of the Master Production Schedule, leading planning activities across the business and ensuring alignment between customer demand, production capability, inventory management, and commercial-objectives.-

You will work closely with Production, Supply Chain, Commercial and Quality teams to deliver operational excellence whilst developing and leading a small planning team.-

Key Responsibilities-

• Develop,-maintain-and manage the Master Production Schedule-

• Deliver short and long-term production forecasts to support business objectives-

• Lead the Sales, Inventory, Operations & Planning (SIOP) process-

• Monitor production performance and analyse planning data to drive informed decision-making-

• Manage Work in Progress (WIP) and inventory control activities-

• Establish,-monitor-and report on Planning and Production KPIs-

• Coordinate production priorities and schedule changes across departments-

• Identify-and implement continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives-

• Support the delivery of on-time customer performance and operational efficiency-

• Manage slow-moving inventory and customer arrears within production plans-

• Lead, develop and mentor the Production Planning Coordinator-

• Support recruitment, performance management,-training-and succession planning activities within the department-

About You-

We''re-looking for a highly organised and analytical planning professional who can balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational delivery.-

You will be comfortable working under pressure, managing competing priorities, and building strong relationships across all levels of the organisation.-

Essential Experience & Skills-

• Proven experience in Production Planning within a manufacturing environment-

• Experience leading or-participating-in SIOP processes-

• Strong understanding of KPI management and performance reporting-

• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills-

• Experience using ERP,-planning-and scheduling systems-

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills-

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities-

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment-

• High attention to detail and a proactive approach to continuous improvement-

Desirable-

• Experience within an Aerospace manufacturing environment-

• CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) qualification-

• Degree qualified in a relevant discipline-

What We''re Looking For-

• A self-motivated and driven individual-

• Strong leadership and people management skills-

• Resilient,-accountable-and professional in approach-

• Innovative and commercially aware mindset-

• Ability to influence positive change across the business-

• Commitment to continuous personal and professional development-

Why Join Us?-

This is an opportunity to become a key member of a growing organisation where planning plays a critical role in operational success.-You''ll-have the chance to shape processes, influence business performance, develop your team, and contribute directly to the company''s ongoing growth and success.-