Manufacturing Operations Manager

7 days ago


Leyland, Lancashire, United Kingdom BAE Systems Full time

Job Title: Production Planning Team Lead

Location: On-site

Salary: £54,793 + depending on skills and experience

Job Summary:

The Production Planning Team Lead will be responsible for driving operations, monitoring performance, and implementing corrective actions to ensure operational plans are executed effectively. This role will also involve determining production capacity, training and coaching direct reports, and ensuring alignment between production planning and key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drive operations to ensure operational plans are executed effectively
  • Monitor performance and implement corrective actions as needed
  • Determine production capacity needed by each manufacturing area
  • Train and coach direct reports to exploit individual potential and drive improvements
  • Ensure alignment between production planning and key stakeholders
  • Support the facilitation of make vs buy scenarios and recommendations
  • Interface with customers and supply chains to support operational excellence
  • Maintain an accurate view of demand through Planning Analytics
  • Support the Head of Department on the delivery of Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) schedule

Requirements:

The ideal candidate will have a strong production planning background, understanding of the manufacturing function, and experience with ERP systems. Excellent communication and influencing skills are essential, as well as the ability to effectively manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.

Benefits:

BAE Systems offers a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance, and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. Additional benefits include flexible working, an employee assistance program, Cycle2work, and employee discounts.

About BAE Systems:

BAE Systems is a leading provider of defense, aerospace, and security solutions. We value diversity, reward integrity, and merit, and empower our employees to fulfill their potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive culture.



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