Job Title: Assembly Planner Location: Cheltenham Salary: Up to £48,000 per annum Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week (4.5-day week, Monday to Friday half-day) The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assembly Planner to join a leading manufacturing business in Cheltenham. You’ll play a pivotal role in managing and creating the production plan for designated assembly lines, ensuring that customer demand is met on time and to the highest standards. This role offers a chance to be part of a collaborative team where you’ll contribute to process improvements, support new product introductions, and help optimise stock levels through effective planning. Key Responsibilities * Create, review, and manage assembly production plans to ensure customer demand is met. * Analyse and action MRP messages to maintain a balance between supply and demand. * Manage sales order releases, considering both production capabilities and customer requirements. * Review and resolve component shortages, suggesting alternative products and solutions where necessary. * Support new product introductions and continuous improvement initiatives. * Produce accurate reports for customer service and business planning. * Provide planning input for quotes, modifications, and project requirements. About You * Previous experience in a planning role within a production or manufacturing environment. * Strong proficiency in MS Excel; PowerBI knowledge is desirable. * Familiarity with MRP tools, planning systems, or ERP software (e.g. JD Edwards). * Excellent organisational and time-management skills. * Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving abilities. * Confident communicator and collaborator, comfortable working across teams. * Ideally educated to degree level in a relevant field (e.g. Supply Chain or Production), though equivalent experience will be considered. Benefits * Competitive salary up to £48,000 * 3.5% discretionary annual bonus * 25 days holiday bank holidays * Healthcare scheme * Generous pension contribution – 4% employee, 10% employer * Opportunity to work a 4.5-day week