Role Information:Job Title - Production Planning LeadSalary - Up to £38,000 DOEBased - Merthyr Tydfil, South WalesWhy join Marshall Land Systems in this role:The Production Planning Lead is responsible for leading and coordinating all production planning, capacity management and material control activities to ensure efficient and effective delivery of operational and project objectives.The role drives the optimisation of ERP/MRP systems, planning processes and data integrity, providing leadership and direction to the planning function while ensuring alignment across production, supply chain and engineering to achieve on-time, cost-effective delivery.Your responsibilities in this role include:Lead the development and execution of capacity planning strategies, ensuring optimal utilisation of resources and alignment with production demands and maintenance cyclesOwn and drive material planning, inventory management and stock control through ERP/MRP systems to meet customer and project requirementsEnsure full integration of capacity and material planning within ERP/MRP systems to optimise delivery performance, efficiency and costProvide leadership, guidance and support to Production Planners, ensuring consistency, accuracy and best practice across the planning functionOwn data integrity within the ERP system (IFS), ensuring accurate master data, timely MRP execution and resolution of system and stock issuesOversee project loading into ERP systems, ensuring accurate setup of Master Parts, BOMs and key planning data following design releaseControl the timely release of projects to planning, procurement and production, ensuring alignment with delivery schedulesGovern change management within MRP systems, ensuring all amendments are controlled, traceable and reflect latest design intentEnsure accurate linking of shop orders and parent orders to enable robust cost tracking and financial visibilityMonitor planning performance, proactively identifying risks, constraints and deviations, and implementing corrective actionsLead continuous improvement initiatives across planning systems, processes and methodologies (Lean, 5S, digital optimisation)Provide planning expertise and input into bids, forecasting and long-term capacity planningEnsure effective project closure processes, including material issuing, system accuracy and cost roll-up for finance and project teamsAct as the subject matter expert for ERP/MRP systems, delivering training, guidance and support to stakeholdersCollaborate cross-functionally to align planning with operational priorities and businessApply if you have most of the following:Significant experience within a production planning, manufacturing engineering or operations planning environmentProven experience in leading or coordinating planning activities within a production, assembly or vehicle build environmentStrong track record of using ERP/MRP systems to manage capacity, materials and production flowExperience in driving improvements in planning processes, systems or data accuracyDemonstrated ability to influence and coordinate across multiple functionsTechnical skills/educationAdvanced experience in production or factory planning rolesStrong working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and end-to-end planning processesHigh level of IT proficiency, including Excel and ERP platformsIn-depth understanding of capacity planning, inventory management and production flow optimisationStrong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skillsEffective communication skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at allAbility to manage multiple priorities and work accurately under pressureAdditional local needs:Onsite workingCandidates will need to be able to obtain BPSS clearanceThe benefits of this role include:Opportunity to lead and shape the production planning function within a complex manufacturing environmentIncreased ownership and influence over end-to-end planning, delivery and operational performanceDevelopment of leadership, strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration skillsExposure to business-critical decision-making and long-term capacity planningOpportunities for progression into senior operations, supply chain or planning leadershipInvolvement in driving system, process and digital transformation initiativesMarshall Land Systems is a Canadian-owned global company with an unrivalled pedigree of British engineering excellence. From its origins in Cambridge, UK, through more than a century of innovation, pioneering advances from the nose of Concorde to the early Hydrogen fuel cell technology that ultimately powered the moon landings, Marshall engineers now continue to innovate specialist vehicles and infrastructure for NATO forces across the world. From bomb disposal vehicles to deployed shelters, from command and control to CT scanners on the battlefield, Marshall Land Systems protects people in critical situations with the very best in engineering. It employs 600 people with major facilities the UK, Canada, and the Netherlands.#LI-Onsite#LI-DS1#IND-AEOMarshall Group is an Equal Opportunity EmployerMarshall Group is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about Equal Opportunity in the Workplaceeveryone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive, free from bullying, harassment, and discrimination. Fostering a positive culture is key to our individual and shared success.
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