Job Description
Build an Aviation Career You're Proud Of
Build your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn't just treat you like a number. You'll get the tools to do things right in a clean and safe work environment and the trust to fix any issue that comes your way. Our on-the-job training and team of experts mean you'll be set up for success.
Key Responsibilities And Duties
* Lead the IBP / SIOP cycle, producing integrated demand, supply, and financial plans that underpin the business strategy.
* Develop and deliver scenarios and options to leadership, providing clear recommendations to balance customer demand, production capacity, and financial targets.
* Ensure the IBP process connects cross-functional stakeholders (Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, Sales, Commercial, Finance, Customer Services) into a single, aligned plan.
* Partner with the Master Scheduler (who manages the Planner/Schedulers) to ensure tactical execution aligns with the strategic IBP plan.
* Maintain and update the Production Pace Control Shop (PPC) Visual Management Area, making WIP, constraints, and capacity challenges visible to all stakeholders.
* Challenge the management team through IBP insights, driving actions to streamline flow, redeploy resources, and reduce inventory exposure.
* Deliver transparent reporting to senior leadership, including performance against plan, capacity risks, and forward-looking opportunities.
* Embed continuous improvement within the IBP cycle, strengthening forecasting, scenario modelling, and decision-making processes.
* Ensure compliance with company Quality, Safety, and Environmental Management Systems (QMS, SMS, EMS).
Core Competencies:
* Strategic and analytical thinker with strong business acumen.
* Skilled facilitator of cross-functional processes and alignment.
* Excellent communication and influencing skills, able to challenge constructively.
* Strong relationship-builder across functions and leadership levels.
Functional Competencies
* Expertise in Integrated Business Planning / SIOP.
* Proficient in scenario planning, forecasting, and demand/supply balancing.
* Good knowledge of ERP/MRP systems.
* Strong Excel and MS Office skills.
* Familiarity with lean principles, visual management, and resource planning.
Organisational Relationships
* Reports directly to the VP & GM – UK Engines Business Unit.
* Works closely with the Master Scheduler to ensure the MPS is aligned with the IBP plan.
* Partners with Operations, Procurement, Logistics, Customer Service, Sales, Commercial, and Finance to deliver an integrated business plan.
Professional Qualifications/Education And Training
Desirable
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or a related field.
Essential
* Equivalent experience in Integrated Business Planning / SIOP or senior planning leadership role.
Experience
* Proven experience leading an IBP / SIOP process within an Aerospace MRO or complex manufacturing environment.
* Strong background in planning, scheduling, and cross-functional business integration.
* Experience in influencing leadership teams through data-driven insights.
Benefits That Make Life Better
* 206 hours annual leave per year for employees working 37 hours per week, plus 8 public holidays
* 4% employer match pension scheme
* YuLife wellbeing services, including 24/7 virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Program, personalised online fitness programs, and many more
* Bonus opportunities
* Generous paid sick leave
* Life assurance cover
* Salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme
* Onsite gym at both the Fleetlands and Almondbank sites
* Eye test vouchers
* Seasonal flu jabs administered on site each year by Bupa
* Learning and training opportunities
This is not an exhaustive list and from time to time additional responsibilities may be provided directly from your Line Manager