Location: North East England
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000
Benefits: Attractive benefits package available The Company:
An established and innovative manufacturer within the North East, this business is recognised for delivering high-quality products to a global customer base. With a focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement, they provide long-term career opportunities and a supportive environment for growth and development. Working Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday Job Description:
We are seeking a Production Planner to join the logistics team, supporting production scheduling and ensuring customer requirements are met. The Production Planner will be responsible for checking and clarifying customer orders, entering data into planning systems, and liaising across departments to guarantee schedules are achieved. This role also involves prioritising and scheduling production orders, supporting outbound delivery schedules, maintaining accurate documentation, and assisting with inventory management.
The Production Planner will play a key role in stakeholder communication, responding to requests for information, preparing reports, and contributing to both internal and customer meetings. Ideally, candidates will bring experience from a similar role, though strong IT skills and a flexible, proactive attitude will also be considered.
Skills & Experience:-
Previous planning experience, ideally in an automotive or manufacturing environment
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Strong IT skills, particularly Excel (Power BI knowledge an advantage)
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Excellent attention to detail
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Clear and confident communication skills
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Flexible and adaptable approach to work
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Production Planner seeking to make an impact in a forward-thinking organisation. With exposure to both operational and customer-focused elements of the business, the Production Planner will develop valuable cross-functional skills. If you are detail-oriented, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to progress your career in planning and logistics, this Production Planner role is the ideal next step.
