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Production Planner

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This is a role within a growing British success story. The Production Planner will work within the Planning team to balance business objectives with constraints, maintaining an up-to-date plan that supports short-, medium-, and long-term objectives. The role requires fast thinking, problem solving, and the ability to collaborate across functions to deliver a cost-effective and agile plan.

The roleThe Production Planner shall maintain a clear, achievable plan and coordinate production activities to support the company’s objectives. You will monitor risks, propose solutions, and drive action in response to events or trends that could impact the plan. You will engage with stakeholders across the business to capture input and drive a balanced plan within the planning remit. You will learn and master the ERP system and contribute to solutions, tools, and processes with a focus on problem solving and continuous improvement. This is a hands-on role with opportunities for long-term progression.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate and cross-train to maintain understanding of planning tasks across the business and contribute to reliable planning processes.

Cross-functional coordination with commercial, demand, supply, and operations planning, Factory Managers, Engineering, Purchasing, Warehouse, Logistics, and project teams to align the plan across timelines.

Publish the long-, medium-, and short-term detailed plans as required by the business.

Control plan execution, identify risks, and implement planning tools and processes to mitigate risks.

Dynamic planning: monitor execution, replan when needed, and address issues with potential impact to the plan.

Production scheduling: develop schedules from long-term to daily, considering all demand sources, scrap, rework, capacity, and stock availability.

Performance reporting: measure adherence to the plan and communicate trends, risks, and proposed solutions; escalate as needed.

Operational excellence: publish cost-effective plans that respect processes and timelines and respond efficiently to unexpected situations.

Process improvement and problem solving: support robust processes, drive intelligent reporting, and identify opportunities across planning and production workflows; collaborate to address shortages and other challenges.

Who you are

A team player who collaborates well and strives to achieve goals and solve problems.

Continuous improvement mindset and ability to promote a culture of improvement among the team and stakeholders.

Results-driven, logical, and precise in approach.

Proactive, versatile, and capable of handling complex tasks while staying aligned with the broader picture.

Positive attitude and strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work under pressure and lead process change through continuous improvement.

Passionate, determined, and resourceful.

Comfortable working in a multicultural and multilingual environment.

Desired Skills and Experience

Previous experience with ERP systems.

Understanding of supply chain and manufacturing processes and demands.

Advanced Excel skills are fundamental.

Strong English communication skills (verbal and written).

Experience working in manufacturing.

Sustainability and Health and Safety Responsibility

Use socially and environmentally responsible practices; follow relevant training, policies, and procedures; comply with applicable laws and regulations.

Assist management to maintain compliance and continuously improve sustainability and HandS performance.

Report hazards, near misses, incidents, and injuries in line with local requirements.

Use PPE and safety tools as required by the role and instructions.

Take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and others in the workplace.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus workplace pension scheme and profit share bonus.

Brompton Discount – up to 60% off bikes and accessories for employees and discounts for friends and family.

Staff loan bike – eligibility to borrow a Brompton for up to 3 months.

Onboarding induction including a 3-month program, factory tour, meet-and-greet with leadership, and team activities.

Free breakfast and access to in-house amenities and breakout areas.

On-site canteen with subsidised meals and refreshments.

Social activities and opportunities for learning and development, including LinkedIn Learning access.

Additional benefits: pension, care and health support, flexible working, cycle-to-work, and more.

Diversity, Equality and InclusionWe are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who are passionate, curious, relentless, and customer-focused.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Technology, Information and Internet

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