Job Description
Morson are recruiting a Master Scheduler for an initial 2-month contract, with the potential to extend. This role is based at a manufacturing site in Salisbury and would suit experienced planning professionals with strong S&OP and supply chain knowledge, looking to play a key role in aligning production, demand, and capacity within a fast-paced operational environment.
This position will be mostly site-based, with some flexible working from home available.
About the Role
37.5 hours per week | 4.5-day working week
Working Hours
* Monday–Thursday: 08:00–16:45
* Friday: 08:00–12:30
Location
* Salisbury (primarily onsite)
* Some WFH available (expected ~2 days per week, subject to agreement)
Contract
* Initial 2 months
* Strong possibility of extension
Security Clearance
* BPSS (starts on BPSS)
Key Responsibilities
* Develop, manage, and optimise the Master Production Schedule (MPS)
* Align customer demand with capacity, material availability, and inventory targets
* Work cross-functionally with production, procurement, engineering, logistics, and sales
* Analyse forecasts, order backlogs, and resource availability
* Proactively identify and mitigate scheduling risks and bottlenecks
* Lead and contribute to S&OP meetings
* Provide clear visibility of schedule status, risks, and actions to stakeholders
* Drive continuous improvement across planning and scheduling processes
* Support effective inventory control and minimise excess or obsolete stock
* Provide guidance, mentoring, and support to production planners
* Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and company procedures
Requirements
* Proven experience in a Master Scheduler / Senior Planning role
* Strong understanding of supply chain and S&OP processes
* Good general IT skills
* Confident stakeholder management and communication skills
* Ability to work in a fast-changing manufacturing environment
Desirable
* Experience using Microsoft Business Central
* Supply chain or planning qualifications
What This Role Offers
* Short-term contract with extension potential
* Competitive and flexible day rate
* Stable working hours with an early Friday finish
* Some flexible working from home
* Opportunity to make an immediate impact within a planning function
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