Exciting Opportunity: Planning Specialist - Transform the Future of Manufacturing!**
Are you ready to take the next big step in your career? Join a pioneering engineering group that is setting new standards in the non-ferrous foundry industry. With a heritage dating back to 1962, this company has evolved from a family-run business into a beacon of innovation and sustainability within the engineering sector. As part of a significant investment in transforming manufacturing operations, they are now seeking a talented **Planning Specialist** to lead the way in integrating cutting-edge ERP systems and production equipment. This role offers not just a competitive salary and benefits package, but a chance to shape the future of manufacturing in one of the UK's most technically advanced and sustainable facilities, expected to be fully operational by mid-2025.
**What You Will Do:**
- Spearhead the setup of the production planning function, methodology, parameters/master data, and processes within the new ERP system.
- Develop and maintain production schedules and plans in collaboration with production, commercial, and supply chain teams.
- Analyse production results vs plan, continuously updating planning parameters, and providing trends to inform key business decisions.
- Ensure timely delivery of materials for production by coordinating with the supply chain and/or suppliers.
- Improve forecasting, identify and mitigate bottlenecks, and maximise equipment/r...