Company
ProductionPlanner
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Production Planner. Skills: Production scheduling, Resource allocation, Inventory management. Orchestrate daily production schedules. Optimize daily production schedules”
Industry & Context.
Problem solving
BPSS clearance
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Manufacturing experience, Materials Planning experience, Supply Chain experience, ERP transactions understanding, Material & Process control understanding, Oral communication skills, Written communication skills, Interpersonal skills, Coordinate several projects simultaneously
Nice to Have
Oracle ERP experience
What You'll Do.
Orchestrate daily production schedules
Optimize daily production schedules
Orchestrate long-range production schedules
Optimize long-range production schedules
Ensure timely material availability
Ensure efficient labor use
Ensure efficient equipment use
Ensure smooth production flow
Ensure continuous production flow
Translate demand into plans
Translate capacity into plans
Allocate resources to meet commitments
Monitor work schedules
Analyze production data
Analyze inventory data
Drive adherence to standards
Support safe manufacturing
Support high-quality manufacturing
Support reliable manufacturing
Schedule material needs
Plan production needs
Schedule production needs
Prevent stock shortages
Prevent stock excesses
Ensure efficient material throughput
Analyze data to identify issues
Solve problems related to schedules
Solve problems related to material flow
Implement continuous improvement initiatives
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Operations teams; Supply chain teams; Quality teams; Engineering teams; Manufacturing teams
Communication Scope
Oral communication; Written communication
Full Job Description
# ******Job Description Summary****** The Production Planner is responsible for orchestrating and optimising daily and long-range production schedules to ensure timely availability of materials, efficient use of labour and equipment, and a smooth, continuous production flow. This role uses planning and scheduling tools to translate demand and capacity into executable plans, allocates resources to meet customer and operational commitments, and closely monitors work schedules to identify and resolve bottlenecks. The Production Planner regularly analyses production and inventory data to adjust plans, improve throughput, and reduce delays or excess stock. Success in this role requires strong collaboration with cross-functional teams across operations, supply chain, quality, and engineering to align priorities, communicate changes, and resolve constraints. The planner also helps drive adherence to operational standards and procedures, supporting a safe, high-quality, and reliable manufacturing environment. # **Job Description** ** _Key responsibilities_** * Plan and schedule material and production needs to ensure they align with production timelines and goals. * Allocate resources and monitor/adjust work schedules based on labor, asset, and material availability. * Monitor stock levels to prevent shortages or excesses and ensure efficient material throughput. * Analyze data to identify issues and help solve problems related to production schedules and material flow. * Implement continuous improvement initiatives within the planning and production process. * Communicate and collaborate with other teams, such as manufacturing, supply chain, and engineering, to meet production goals. ** _Required Qualifications_** * Strong experience in Manufacturing, Materials Planning or Supply Chain * Strong understanding of ERP transactions and business impact. * Strong understanding of Material & Process control. * Strong oral and written communication skills. * Strong interpersonal
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