Your new company This is an exciting opportunity to join a global engineering manufacturing organisation that values integrity, respect, and continuous improvement. The company has achieved significant success in the industry, earning multiple awards for safety, quality, and environmental responsibility. With a strong reputation for fostering an inclusive culture and investing in people, this organisation continues to set benchmarks for performance and employee development. Joining this team means becoming part of a business that values integrity, respect, and continuous improvement while driving forward-thinking solutions worldwide. Your new role As Manufacturing Systems Leader, you will report to the Production Control Manager and lead a team of 2 dedicated to ensuring data compliance and system integrity. You will develop and implement production schedules aligned with sales forecasts, manage inventory and spares orders, and enforce a data-driven culture across the department. Your responsibilities will include standardising work processes, training team members, and maintaining strong communication with internal stakeholders to deliver exceptional results. This role offers variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to make a real impact on operational efficiency. What you'll need to succeed To excel in this position, you will bring a minimum of three years' experience working with MRP systems, along with strong knowledge of bills of materials and root cause analysis of system errors. You will demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, with prior experience using Oracle systems and an understanding of lean principles considered desirable. The ability to work under pressure, combined with strong self-management, commercial acumen, and interpersonal skills, will be essential to your success. What you'll get in return You will enjoy a competitive salary along with a 10% bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. This includes life assurance, health cash plan, enhanced holiday allowance, contributory pension scheme, employee assistance programme, discount card, and access to extensive training and development opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning and accredited programs. General working hours are 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, with flexibility to work either a four-day or five-day week, offering an excellent work-life balance. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that values its people and provides the tools and support to help you reach your full potential. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: Production Planner Planning Manufacturing Systems MRP Benefits: competitive