Factory Planning and Scheduling Manager

7 days ago


Chippenham, Wiltshire, United Kingdom Meridian Business Support Full time

Job Description:

The Production Planning and Scheduling Manager will be responsible for short and long-term factory planning and scheduling, including replenishment, detail scheduling, material planning of raw materials and components, and planning and executing subcontracting supply flows in assigned production plants.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate work of detailed schedulers and material planners to ensure efficient and effective supply of products.
  • Support production planning, raw-material, subcontracting, components, and spare parts replenishment across a multisite operation.
  • Responsible for customer service metrics, including OTIF, Stock Availability HM & ICT, Stock Value of RM, Components and Manufactured Goods, Stock Days, Obsolete Stock Value, and Clean Desk.
  • Lead improvement projects in area of short and long-term factory performance.
  • Collaborate with plant leaders to improve production adherence and resolve short-term issues impacting product availability.
  • Manage raw material planning and material call-offs.
  • Support slow movers stock management process for assigned production plants.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 3 years experience in production and material planning in big scale production.
  • Systems knowledge and experience of SAP R/3 (MM and PP), APO SNP.
  • Knowledge and experience of Reporting & Analytics: SAP BW / BO, MS Office.
  • Ability to prioritise, manage and complete projects under a deadline.
  • Tactical and Operational Planning knowledge and experience.
  • People management (small teams, project teams).
  • Manufacturing production planning and stock management experience in a high-volume environment.

This is a full-time onsite position offering a competitive salary, fantastic benefits, and the opportunity to be part of an exciting and growing business.



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