Head of Planning & Forecasting Banbridge Monday - Thursday 08:00 - 17:00 | Friday 08:00 - 15:00 £60,000 - £65,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a growing and ambitious engineering manufacturer in a senior leadership role as Head of Planning & Forecasting. This is a key position within the business, offering the chance to shape planning strategy while remaining hands-on and close to the manufacturing operation. The Role This role is responsible for leading the planning, scheduling, and forecasting function, ensuring alignment across projects, manufacturing, and resources. You will play a critical role in driving predictable delivery, operational efficiency, and business growth. This is not a purely desk-based role - the business is looking for someone with an engineering or manufacturing background who is comfortable being "boots on the ground", engaging directly with production teams and understanding real-world challenges. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the planning and forecasting function across the business Aligning manufacturing, projects, and resource planning to ensure efficient delivery Drive data-led decision making to improve forecasting accuracy and operational performance Work closely with manufacturing, commercial, and senior leadership teams to support delivery Identify capacity constraints and risks, implementing proactive solutions Improve planning processes, systems, and visibility across multiple projects and sites Mentor and develop a team of planners and analysts Balance strategic planning with hands-on operational involvement Champion a culture of continuous improvement and accountability Requirements Proven experience in a senior planning / forecasting / operations role Background within engineering or manufacturing environments (essential) Strong understanding of planning, scheduling, capacity management and forecasting Experience leading and developing high-performing teams Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn data into actionable insight Confident working with and influencing senior stakeholders A hands-on, practical approach with the ability to engage on the shop floor What's on Offer £60,000 - £65,000 salary Monday to Friday working pattern with early finish on Fridays Opportunity to play a key leadership role in a growing business Strong focus on continuous improvement and innovation Long-term career development and progression This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who wants to shape how planning and forecasting is delivered, while staying closely connected to the manufacturing process and operational performance. For further information on this job, apply via the link or contact for a confidential chat today. INDKY Skills: PLANNING FORECASTING PRODUCTION ENGINEERING MANAGER PROJECTS OPERATIONS