Production Planner

The Production Planner is working with a national and market leading manufacturing business based in High Wycome.


Within the position of Production Planner you will be required to use your knowledge of production process and reports from dealers and manufacturers, to create manufacturing schedules for both operational facilities in the North and South of the UK.

The management of manufacturing reservations from the sales channel and populating information into the company planning system.

Working with our sales and purchasing teams to coordinate and execute the planning of all customers vehicle conversion requirements to meet agreed monthly KPI’s.What’s in it for you as Production Planner:

Base salary circa £45K per annum
Hours of work Monday to Thursday, 7.45 - 4.45pm with one hr for lunch/ 4.15pm on a Friday 30 mins lunch,
Company pension
Training and personal development opportunities
Permanent Position Key Responsibilities of the Production Planner:


Creating and maintaining manufacturing schedules for pre-assembly and factory installs in High Wycombe and the North of the UK
Creating and maintaining the reservations of each order on the planning system
Working closely with the Purchasing team to ensure components are aligned with the manufacturing plan and attending a weekly risk meeting to review any risks and shortages
Communicating with the sales team regarding planned schedules and any issues they foresee in relation to their customers’ orders
To provide estimated completion dates on all orders for the build team to manage the supply chains expectations
Maintain the working relationship with Manufacturers on vehicle ETA's
Manage reports from dealers and manufacturers and keep our systems up to date with the most current information
Attend meetings daily with all key operational staff to ensure targets are hit
To keep the Operations Director up to date on scheduling progress and any potential or perceived risk to the schedule.

Requirements, Experience & Skills required to apply for the Production Planner vacancy:

Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work independently as well as collaborating with various departments internally and externally.
To multitask and handle working under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
A proactive problem solver with a can do attitude.
Strong computer skills including Microsoft word, Outlook, Excel are required.

Please apply now! Or contact Rodger Morley @E3 Recruitment