Our client, an established manufacturing company, is currently recruiting a Production Planner to join their planning and operations team. The Production Planner will be responsible for developing and managing the overall production plan and S&OP to balance demand, capacity, and inventory, ensuring efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities for the Production Planner:
Develop and maintain the production schedule to meet customer demand and business goals.
Collaborate with sales, procurement, and operations to align supply and demand planning.
Monitor capacity constraints and proactively adjust plans to optimize resource utilization.
Lead S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) processes and provide accurate forecasts.
Ensure ERP/MRP systems are updated with accurate planning data.
Drive continuous improvement in planning processes, systems, and reporting.
Provide leadership and guidance to junior planners and scheduling teams.
Skills Required for the Production Planner:
Proven experience in master production planning within a manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and advanced planning tools.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Please apply as directed