Order Planner

5 days ago


Hedge End, Hampshire, United Kingdom Procurement Heads Full time
Job Title: Order / Production Planner

Are you looking for a challenging role that combines order management and production planning? We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Order / Production Planner.

About the Role:

We are a dynamic company that values flexibility and work-life balance. As an Order / Production Planner, you will have the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, with 3-4 days a week spent in the office and the remaining days worked remotely. You will be responsible for providing essential support across order management and production planning activities, working closely with a collaborative team to ensure our operations run smoothly and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Monitor the customer service inbox for inquiries and new orders, ensuring timely responses.
  • Process orders within the SAP system.
  • Generate and manage works orders, coordinating closely with production teams, supply chain, and other departments to ensure on-time delivery.
  • Provide clear and timely order acknowledgments to both internal and external customers, and handle customer queries and escalations with professionalism.
  • Monitor production progress, identify potential bottlenecks, and take corrective action to maintain schedules.
  • Assist with new product development, introduction, and implementation of design/BOM changes in production to minimize business impact.
  • Raise export license applications as needed.
  • Track and manage KPIs related to on-time delivery and product lead-times.
  • Carry out general administrative tasks, including generating and distributing reports.

Requirements:

  • Experience in customer service, order management, or production planning is advantageous but not essential.
  • Previous experience in an office-based and/or manufacturing environment is a plus.
  • Strong IT skills, with proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.
  • Familiarity with S&OP, MRP/ERP systems (including SAP), and data analysis tools is beneficial.

What We Offer:

We offer a competitive salary of up to £30k, flexible working hours, and a collaborative work environment. If you are a motivated and organized individual looking for a new challenge, please apply for this exciting opportunity.



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