Production Planning Supervisor

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Production Planning Supervisor to join a growing manufacturing business. Reporting into Operations, this role is responsible for coordinating material flow, production support activities and work-in-progress to ensure manufacturing schedules are achieved efficiently and without interruption. Leading a small team, you will work closely with production, planning and supply chain functions to maximise productivity, maintain operational performance and drive continuous improvement across the manufacturing process. Key Responsibilities • Lead and support a team responsible for ensuring materials, components and equipment are available to production in line with manufacturing schedules. • Coordinate daily production support activities to ensure manufacturing operations achieve planned output targets. • Work closely with production planners, supply chain teams and operational stakeholders to ensure the timely flow of materials throughout the manufacturing process. • Develop and improve material flow, kitting, line replenishment and work allocation processes to minimise downtime and eliminate shortages. • Ensure ERP and production systems accurately reflect inventory movements, work-in-progress status and product locations. • Monitor operational performance, productivity and efficiency metrics, identifying opportunities for improvement. • Support the delivery of production plans through effective resource coordination and capacity management. • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, safety and right-first-time manufacturing. • Lead, develop and mentor team members to achieve departmental and operational objectives. • Work collaboratively across production, engineering, stores and supply chain functions to resolve issues and maintain workflow continuity. Beneficial Skills / Experience: • Experience within a production planning, manufacturing coordination, operations supervision or supply chain environment. • Strong organisational, scheduling and workload planning skills. • Experience using ERP, MRP or manufacturing management systems. • Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills. • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. • Ability to manage priorities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. • Proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate and develop teams. • Strong attention to detail and focus on operational performance. • Experience in a production planning or scheduling function within an engineering or manufacturing environment. • Knowledge of material requirement planning (MRP) and production control processes. • Experience implementing continuous improvement initiatives. • Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and operational excellence methodologies. • Experience managing material flow, inventory accuracy and production support activities. Additional Details: • Competitive salary, dependent on experience. • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. • Company profit share scheme. • Healthcare and wellbeing scheme. • Employee Assistance Programme. • Company pension scheme. • Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme and on-site charging facilities.