Strategic Planning Manager

4 days ago


Kendal, Cumbria, United Kingdom Reed Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Strategic Planning Manager to join our team at Reed. As a key member of our operations team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth running of our business.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and Implement Production Plans: Collaborate with various departments to create a production plan with an 18-month forecast, ensuring commitments to customers are met.
  • Optimize Efficiency and Productivity: Manage a production plan that optimizes efficiency and productivity, minimizing waste and maximizing output.
  • Lead and Manage a Team: Lead and manage a small team of colleagues, providing guidance and support to ensure the successful execution of production plans.
  • Raw Material Management: Determine raw material quantities required to ensure production needs are met, minimizing stockouts and overstocking.
  • Finished Goods Inventory Control: Control finished goods stock levels to minimize disposals and optimize inventory turnover.
  • Continuous Improvement: Assist with continuous improvement business projects as required, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes to enhance business processes.
  • Safety and Compliance: Ensure compliance with safety procedures across the site at all times, maintaining a safe and healthy work environment.
Requirements
  • Demand Planning Management Experience: Proven experience in demand planning management at a senior level, with a strong understanding of production planning, material supply, and NPD processes.
  • Team Management Experience: Experience in team management, with the ability to lead and motivate a team to achieve business objectives.
  • Strong Excel Skills: Strong Excel skills, with the ability to produce forecasts and analyze data to inform business decisions.
  • ERP Systems Experience: Experience using ERP systems, with a strong understanding of business processes and systems.
  • Excellent Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Highly Analytical: Highly analytical, with the ability to work under pressure and make informed decisions.
What We Offer
  • Competitive Salary and Benefits: A competitive salary and benefits package, including 33 days annual leave, 5% employer contribution to pension scheme, and employee assistance program.
  • Opportunity for Growth and Development: The opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing business, with opportunities for growth and development.
  • Collaborative and Supportive Team Environment: A collaborative and supportive team environment, with a strong focus on teamwork and collaboration.


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