Job Advert – Senior Production Planner About the Role We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Production Planner to take ownership of planning across our production and manufacturing operations. This is a key role at the heart of our organisation, supporting the delivery of cutting-edge engineering programmes across vehicle, battery, and component manufacturing. Working closely with Programmes, Engineering, Procurement, and Manufacturing teams, you will ensure that materials, resources, and processes are aligned to meet demanding build milestones. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced prototype environment and can confidently manage evolving engineering data while keeping complex builds on track. As we continue to grow, you will also play an important role in shaping the future of our planning function, including processes and systems. Key Responsibilities Own and manage the master production schedule, ensuring alignment with project milestones and customer deliveries Translate engineering Bills of Materials (BoMs) and build requirements into clear, executable manufacturing plans Coordinate planning across fabrication, machining, composites, paint, battery build, and final assembly Identify risks, bottlenecks, and conflicting priorities early, and drive effective mitigation actions Collaborate with Engineering and Programmes teams to manage design changes, build phases, and long-lead procurement Provide senior-level reporting on schedule adherence, work-in-progress, and resource utilisation Support continuous improvement of planning processes, systems (MRP/ERP), and cross-functional workflows About You Essential Skills & Experience Significant production planning experience within automotive, motorsport, aerospace, or a similar complex, low-volume environment Strong understanding of manufacturing processes including machining, fabrication, composites, paint, and assembly Ability to interpret engineering drawings, BoMs, and change documentation Experience using ERP/MRP systems to manage complex, multi-stage production schedules Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels Proactive, structured, and solutions-focused approach Comfortable taking ownership and making decisions in a fast-paced environment Desirable Experience with Syteline (or similar ERP systems) Exposure to high-voltage (HV) battery assembly processes What We Offer The opportunity to work on innovative and high-profile engineering programmes A collaborative and forward-thinking working environment The chance to shape and influence the future of production planning within a growing organisation A varied and challenging role with real impact Apply Now If you are a skilled Production Planner looking to take the next step in your career and play a key role in delivering complex engineering projects, we would love to hear from you.