MTrec’s new career opportunity Our client are specialists in their market sector, they are now looking to recruit a Production Planner on a permanent basis. This could be an ideal role if you are a Junior Planner or recent Graduate who is at the start of their Planning career. The Job you’ll do * To complete a range of routine and non-routine order scheduling processes to direct production, with the intent to fully support customer requirements. * Ideally the successful candidate would have several years’ experience in a previous planning role, however, consideration would be given to a candidate with excellent IT skills (e.g. Excel, Power Bi etc) coupled with a flexible/adaptable attitude to a new challenge. * Checks customer orders and clarifies demand issues and deviations to previous volumes. * Enters order data into the respective planning systems. * Liaises with other departments (eg. production, warehousing) to ensure schedules are met. * Prioritises, plans and schedules production orders and plans the respective resources needed (in Logistics or Production). * Support outbound delivery time schedules in co-operation with clients. * Supports (where required) administration of outbound deliveries. * Responds to customer and stakeholder requests for information. * Maintains appropriate documentation and prepares respective reports. * May assist in inventory management to support the planning process. * Supports regular internal and customer meetings. About You * Experience in a similar role within automotive environment would be beneficial. * Attention to detail. * Good knowledge of Excel. * Flexible approach. * Good communicator. The Rewards and the Benefits * Competitive pay. * 26 days holiday bank holidays. * Pension scheme. * Free on-site parking. * Career development opportunities. * Death in service benefit. * Employee Assistance Programme. A supportive and friendly team culture