Copello have partnered with a rapidly growing manufacturing business, who are recruiting for a Operations Planning Manager to join them on a permanent basis, to support the manufacturing and testing plans. This is a strategic role which will require the Operations Planning Manager to optimise capacity. Managing a team of Planners, you will be heavily reliant on data to create intelligent insights and play a central part in transforming how the business uses operational data to make timely decisions. Additional responsibilities will include: Build and maintain a consolidated schedule for all manufacturing and testing activities. Create operational insights through strong cross functional relationships both internally and externally. Use data from the ERP system and spreadsheets to model demand, capacity and timelines. Key requirements; Will have proven experience of production planning / operational scheduling / planning with knowledge of ERP systems and the ability to be able to simplify complexity (IFS would be desirable) The Operational Planning Manager will need to be highly data literate and be proficient in data analysis, structure design and modelling. Strong relationship builder Experience within an Engineering business would be beneficial. This could include Automotive, Defence, Maritime etc. This is a great time to join the business at a time of growth and an opportunity to shape a critical function within the business. The company will offer personal development opportunities and exposure to meaningful and high-impact challenges. This position comes with a competitive salary and benefits package and will be 3 days onsite and 2 days from home. The position is based in West London and is commutable from Reading, Guildford, Slough and Watford etc. ??????? ADZN1_UKTJ