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We have a great opportunity to join a family owned, worldwide, business as a Planning Analyst. This company has two production facilities based in Central Bedfordshire.The Planning Analyst will be responsible for production planning and producing weekly schedules, monitoring and adjusting based on real time demand requirements. You will collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure seamless workflow and efficient use of resources across the manufacturing operations.Key responsibilities for a Planning Analyst:
- Produce and maintain production works order
- Work close with operations and commercial teams to align product schedules with customer demand
- Respond to production and stock enquiries
- Analyse operational data to identify trends, inefficiencies and areas for improvement
- Build forecast of short-medium term production demand
Essential skills for a Planning Analyst:
- Relevant planning experience in a manufacturing environment
- Strong communication skills
- Strong problem solving skills
- Computer literate
- Self-motivated and able to work independently on maintenance tasks
- Full UK driver’s license
Benefits for a Planning Analyst:
- 34.5 hour working week
- 25 days of Annual leave + bank holidays
- Generous pension scheme
- Life Assurance 2 x salary
- Private healthcare
- Extensive training opportunities
