Production Planner

Production Planner
Candour Talent Recruitment is delighted to be working with a leading manufacturing company in Tredegar to recruit an experienced Production Planner. This role is pivotal in ensuring smooth operations within the supply chain, from production scheduling to stock monitoring and supplier coordination. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working collaboratively to meet key performance indicators, this role is for you!

Main Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the Master Production Schedule (MPS) for all manufactured products to meet customer requirements and optimize production capacity.
• Create weekly production plans to maximize efficiency and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Generate and distribute all necessary production paperwork and supplier schedules.
• Collaborate with suppliers to confirm delivery dates, resolve delays, and manage material call-offs.
• Monitor supplier performance and address any critical issues through regular communication.
• Expedite critical purchased parts and maintain accurate promise data to meet production needs.
• Track finished goods stock levels, ensuring alignment with inventory policies and agreed targets.
• Address and resolve capacity issues, escalating where necessary.
• Communicate proactively with sales administrators and managers about any potential customer delivery challenges.
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies, delivery queries, and customer complaints.
• Assist with reporting by extracting and manipulating data from SAP for weekly and monthly reports such as sales forecasts and supplier delivery performance.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience in a planning or procurement role, ideally within an automotive or high-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in SAP SCM and Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, at all levels of the business.
• Ability to work independently, showing initiative and adaptability to meet changing business needs.

Person Specification

• Behavioural Competencies: Analytical thinking, conscientiousness, flexibility, initiative, and trustworthiness.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong verbal communication, self-confidence, and a collaborative mindset.
• Education & Experience: Background in planning or supply chain management with knowledge of production environments.

Schedule & Benefits

• Working Hours: Monday-Thursday, 08:00-16:45; Friday, 08:00-12:00.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

This role is ideal for a dedicated and proactive individual with a strong background in production planning and a passion for delivering excellence. Apply today to join a dynamic team!

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We thank you for considering Candour Talent Recruitment for your career aspirations and encourage you to continue exploring opportunities with us in the future. Good luck with your application, and we look forward to receiving your CV.

Who are we at Candour Talent?

At our award-winning recruitment agency, we pride ourselves on building strong connections with both our clients and candidates. We operate as both a recruitment specialist for permanent recruitment and a recruitment business for the supply of temporary workers, ensuring that we can effectively meet the diverse needs of our clients and candidates. With a dedicated and passionate team of professionals, we're committed to taking time to understand your unique skills, experiences, and aspirations, ensuring that we match you with opportunities that not only align with your professional goals but also inspire you to thrive. Whether you're seeking a career change, advancement, or a new challenge, we're here to support you every step of the way.

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While we strive to respond to all applicants promptly, please note that only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted for further consideration. If you do not hear back from us within 7 days of your application, we regret to inform you that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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