Planning Manager

For over 140 years our products have helped ensure the safe, reliable operations of key industries. With a passion for precision and partnership, Celeros Flow Technology continues this heritage of high performance and dependability, providing mission critical, sustainable flow control solutions for our customers around the globe.

Celeros Flow Technology is looking for individuals with a voice and a vision. We embrace change, diversity and promote new ways of looking at old ideas. We seek talented professionals to join our world-class team of innovators in a global, collaborative & multi-cultural environment, where you will be challenged, supported, and inspired to be extraordinary.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Planning Manager will be responsible for overseeing a team of Material Planners and Production Schedulers, ensuring effective coordination of resources, materials, and schedules to meet project objectives. This role will require strong leadership skills, strategic planning capabilities, and a deep understanding of manufacturing processes

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (But Not Limited to)

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Material Planners and Production Schedulers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture

Conduct regular team meetings to communicate objectives, performance metrics, and best practices

Develop and implement comprehensive planning strategies that align with project goals and customer requirements

Optimise inventory management and production scheduling processes to enhance efficiency and reduce lead times

Collaborate with engineering, project management, procurement and production teams to ensure seamless integration of planning activities with overall operations

Act as a liaison between departments to address scheduling conflicts and resource constraints

Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for planning activities and regularly assess team performance against these metrics

Provide regular updates and reports on planning activities, order status, and potential risks

Identify opportunities for process improvement within planning and scheduling operations, implementing best practices and innovative solutions

Lead initiatives to enhance forecasting accuracy and demand planning effectiveness

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

Minimum of 5 years of experience in planning, scheduling, or supply chain management within a manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years in a leadership role

Experience in complex project-based manufacturing is highly desirable

Proven track record of successful production planning and scheduling

Proficient in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, etc.) and advanced Excel skills

Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and techniques

ASCM (formally APICS) certification (CPIM or CSCP) or equivalent

Experience in a complex project-based manufacturing setting (e.g., aerospace, defense, or custom machinery)

KPIs

Manufacturing Start of Work vs Manufacturing Need Date

Production Schedule adherence

Work Centre Utilisation

Work Order Aging

Work Order Cancellation Messages

Work Order Pull-In / Push-Out

Excess Inventory

PERSONAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively

Demonstrated capability to manage change

YOU MUST HAVE VALID RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK AND BE ABLE TO OBTAIN SECURITY CLEARANCE TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE.

BENEFITS

Competitive salary

Opportunities to develop

Bonus

33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)

Holiday buy and sell

Pension

Life Cover

Employee Assistance Program

Digital Benefits; Health, Wealth & Lifestyle

CELEROS Flow Technology is an equal opportunity employer.