Location: Ely (CB6)
Duration: Permanent
Hours: 8am until 4:30pm (Monday to Friday)
Salary: Competitive
Job Reference: 35505
Polytec are looking for a Planning Manager to oversee material flow, lead on the introduction of new systems and to coach, mentor and lead a team.
Responsibilities:
* Develop standard work for key processes and ensure teams across all shifts are trained and working safely
* Support a continuous flow of materials from Stores through Production to Inspection and Shipping
* Regular audits
* Actively carry out Root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives following PDCA or lean principles, ensuring team development and training is incorporated
* Ensure onsite production scheduling support is provided and manage the team rota to ensure fair workload distribution
* Keep risk assessments current and updated
* Motivate team members and perform regular appraisals or 1-to-1 meetings
* Conduct return to work interviews and disciplinary actions
Requirements:
* Previous Planning, Inventory Controller, or Supply Chain experience
* Positive approach to continuous improvement activities
* Flexible approach to working and willing to change hours as needed to ensure onsite production scheduling support
* Excellent attention to detail
* Good communication skills with the ability to train, mentor and present new ideas
* Computer literate and able to use ERP systems (eg. AX 2012 or D365)
* Knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Dynamics 2012 would be beneficial
Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!
Back to searchPlanning Manager
Polytec Personnel Ltd
Posted 15 hours ago, valid for 4 days
Witchford, Cambridgeshire CB6, England
£48,000 - £57,600 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- Polytec is seeking a Planning Manager for a permanent position in Ely (CB6) with working hours from 8am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday.
- The role involves overseeing material flow, introducing new systems, and coaching a team, with a competitive salary offered.
- Candidates should possess previous experience in Planning, Inventory Control, or Supply Chain, along with a positive approach to continuous improvement.
- Strong communication skills and proficiency in ERP systems like AX 2012 or D365 are required, with knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 2012 being beneficial.
- Interested applicants are encouraged to apply or contact for more details.
