Capacity Planning Manager
Location: Belper
Salary: Up to £60,000 based on experience
Hours: Full-time, 39.5 hours per week
On-site role
Brook Street is proud to be working in partnership with a leading boiler manufacturer based in Belper, currently seeking a Capacity Planning Manager to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to make a tangible impact within a well-established and forward-thinking company.
About the Role
As the Capacity Planning Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring that operational capacity aligns with both short-term demand and long-term business strategy. You will use your analytical expertise to forecast resource needs, optimise performance, and lead your team to deliver best-in-class planning solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Analyse business forecasts and operational trends to assess current and future capacity requirements
Develop and refine planning models to maximise resource utilisation and operational efficiency
Collaborate cross-functionally to align capacity strategies with business goals
Lead regular capacity planning meetings and present performance KPIs to senior stakeholders
Identify and implement continuous improvements to reduce costs and boost productivity
Guide and develop the capacity planning team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration
What We're Looking For
A degree (or equivalent qualification) in Business, Operations, Supply Chain or a related field
Significant experience in capacity planning, ideally with leadership responsibilities
Proficient in planning tools such as SAP or Oracle and advanced Excel skills
Strong analytical and data interpretation abilities
Experience with or willingness to learn Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies
Confident in applying forecasting methods and delivering clear reports to senior management
Awareness of relevant regulations and compliance standards in planning and operations
Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy