Production Planner in Littlehampton, West Sussex

We are looking for a Production Planner for one of our key defence clients on a permanent basis. The clients are word leaders in advanced protection system for vehicles and occupants. The clients are a forward-thinking company that are experts in their industry in building innovative and cutting-edge products. They pride themselves in creating intelligent solutions to deploy and manufacture vehicles for crucial success within defence humanitarian and security operations. Is this a company that interests you? Please read more.
The Job

As a Production Planner you will be responsible for creating a Master Planning Schedule. This includes coordinating the various production requirements of the business into one MPS that is achievable.

Main responsibilities

* You will be understanding the available build slots, consolidate the demand of various projects into one Master Planning schedule.
* You will be regularly reviewing the Master Planning schedule. and adjust accordingly to suit current demand.
* You will liaise with the Material Controllers to ensure inbound material matches the Master Planning schedule for smooth production.
* You will manage key stakeholders from multiple programs at the same time.
* You will be working with the Production Manager, ensure that adequate resources are available to support the Master Planning schedule.
* Ensure any change requests to BOM's are reflected in the MPS based on material availability.
* Support the Material Controllers when required with expediting, or shortage identification.
* As part of the logistics team, work with the Systems and Process team to identify gaps and produce solutions in the production planning element of the business.

This job description is not a full list of duties; rather, it is meant to provide a rough indication of the range of work performed and will vary in detail as demands and priorities within the Department change. Any significant changes in the scope of work will be implemented in consultation with the job holder.

Experience/Knowledge
* You must have operations experience in low/medium volume automotive production.
* Also have experience of supply chain and planning.
* You must have manufacturing background with qualification preferred, ideally APICS, or HNC level, or relevant experience.
* You will need to have experience managing relationships with a broad range of stake holders, within all levels of the business.
* Must have an understanding of system integration and configuration management.
* Have extensive knowledge of manufacturing support tools such as SAP & MRP.
* Have competent experience in the composition of BOMs and Production Schedules.
You MUST BE Eligible for UK Security Clearance to minimum SC ('Secret') level.

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.