Planner

Job Title: Planner Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 plus benefits Our manufacturing Huntingdon based client are looking for a permanent Planner to help with accurate planning to ensure maximization of timings. Working to a high standard of accuracy. The ability to communicate clearly & in a timely manner, whilst prioritising according to department deadlines. Main Responsibilities for the Planner: * OTIF led by the capacity plan * Optimising product/machine routing to minimise make-readies between sizes/styles. * Use ERP (SPOCS) to identify constraints in future periods; balance uneven production demands and identify potential capacity resource constraints with manpower. * Adjustment of machine availability pending shift changes (eg. Seasonal / demand) * Develop process to foresee challenges to scheduling with Operations Manager by tracking output. * Provide KPI data and output reports to Operations Manager such as ACTUAL vs estimated output. * Liaise/coordinate with sales & supply chain, ensuring materials/plan satisfy delivery date. * Identify and alert Operations Manager of inaccuracies in ERP (SPOCS) input/output error. Experience required for the Planner: * SPOCS ERP expertise preferrable but not essential. (SPOCS by KM software systems) * A natural forward planner who critically assesses own performance * Able to get on with others and be a team player * Ability to work in a changing environment * Keeps clam under pressure * Structured problem solver with an open mind * Willing to seek help * Confident presenting schedule Infront of 6 members of senior management Hours of work for the Planner: * Monday to Friday 37.5 hours 7.30am to 3.30pm Benefits for the Planner: * 26 days holiday plus bank holidays * Brand new site, up to date working environment * Pension * Life Insurance * Free electric car charging * Medical cover and wellbeing support * Referral scheme * Etc etc For more details please contact Lisa Parsons