Location: Nr Hailsham, UK Reports to: Manager, Purchasing & Planning Why Join Us? Our client doesn't just make world-leading products — they make a difference. As a Planner, you’ll be at the heart of their operations, ensuring their customers get what they need, when they need it. You’ll play a key role in shaping how orders flow through our business, driving efficiency, and keeping their promises to clients. If you’re motivated by problem-solving, collaboration, and seeing your plans come to life on the shop floor, this is the role for you. What You’ll Do Own the plan: Take full responsibility for scheduling and planning products through manufacturing cells. Keep customers happy: Work with Sales to set and agree delivery dates, ensuring commitments are met. Spot the blockers: Identify critical issues early, resolve problems, and keep orders moving. Collaborate widely: Act as the bridge between Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams. Use data smartly: Maximise our ERP/order management systems to give full visibility on progress. Balance demand and capacity: Analyse load vs. capacity to avoid delays. Support the team: Step in to help colleagues in Production and Purchasing when needed. Drive improvement: Share ideas, publish metrics, and continuously look for ways to make planning more efficient What You’ll Bring Strong ERP planning experience (essential). Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. A proactive, decisive approach to problem-solving. The ability to stay calm and deliver under pressure. Enthusiasm and drive to get things done. It Would Be Great If You Also Have 5 years’ production planning experience. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX (or similar). A background in manufacturing/assembly environments. Solid analytical, Excel, and systems knowledge. Engineering or manufacturing qualifications (ONC/HNC or similar). Who You Are A natural problem-solver who enjoys untangling complex challenges. Someone who thrives on meeting deadlines and making things happen. Confident, decisive, and not afraid to take ownership. A collaborator who builds trust across teams. What We Offer The chance to make a real impact in a growing business. Opportunities to broaden your skills across planning, purchasing, and production. A supportive team culture where your ideas matter. Competitive salary and benefits package