Production scheduling manager - automotive

£50,000–£60,000 - based on-site in High Wycombe

A pivotal position at the centre of operations, where your planning decisions directly shape output, delivery and commercial performance. This is a role with genuine influence. You will act as the operational control tower, bringing together demand, capacity, materials and labour across two UK sites.

It is fast paced and hands on, suited to someone who enjoys turning complexity into clarity and keeping things moving when pressure builds. If you tend to be the person people rely on when plans need tightening or recovering, this will feel like a natural step.

There is real scope to make your mark. From sharpening scheduling accuracy to improving visibility and driving better outcomes across teams, your impact will be felt quickly and visibly.

What you’ll be doing

• Own and manage daily, weekly and monthly production schedules across multiple sites, balancing demand with capacity
• Translate sales forecasts into practical manufacturing plans while maintaining ERP data accuracy
• Lead daily and weekly scheduling reviews, identifying risks and driving recovery where needed
• Work closely with sales, purchasing and operations to ensure material readiness and on time delivery

What you’ll need to bring

• Proven production planning or scheduling experience within a manufacturing environment
• Strong Excel capability, including data analysis, pivot tables and structured reporting
• Confidence working with ERP systems and scheduling tools
• A calm, solutions focused approach, comfortable managing pressure and competing priorities

Who they are

At the heart of the UK transportation, Utilities and Services sectors this business works with some of the largest and arguably most important fleets and vehicle manufacturers. Their innovative engineering and manufacturing solutions keep the wheels of industry turning.