Lead Planner - Tiverton, United Kingdom - Butler Rose Ltd

Butler Rose Ltd

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Tiverton, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Butler Rose is currently seeking a dynamic individual to join our client, a manufacturer in the Mid Devon area, who have a current requirement for a Lead Planner in their Supply Chain and Operations department.

As the Lead Planner, you will play a crucial role in optimising delivery performance and inventory turns for a specific area of our business.

Your responsibilities will include devising and implementing new processes and activities that will enhance overall performance and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities include:

Spearhead planning activities and introduce innovative processes to drive improvements in delivery performance and inventory turns.
Lead a team of Planning & Logistics Controllers, ensuring effective management of demand within the MRP system and alignment of supply with demand.
Generate and communicate the production plan to relevant stakeholders within the organisation.
Collaborate with Production Managers to enhance area delivery performance and maintain continuous improvement.
Maintain data integrity and accuracy in the MRP system to facilitate effective planning.
Streamline material movement processes and reduce transactional activities within the area.
Integrate new products/programmes into planning and logistics processes for the assigned area.
Support capacity planning for operations within the cell and contribute to customer interface activities.
Foster a strong working relationship with the Purchasing team to ensure uninterrupted supply of external parts.
Oversee the shipping of products to customers, ensuring timely and efficient delivery.
Manage a team of planners and provide comprehensive line management support.
Drive the implementation of lean processes, including 5S+ and standard work processes.

Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field.
Proven experience in planning and logistics, preferably in a fastpaced manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of MRP systems and demand management principles.
Excellent analytical and problemsolving abilities.
Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate and influence stakeholders at all levels.
Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to manage a team effectively.
Experience in implementing lean methodologies and driving continuous improvement.
Customerfocused mindset with a commitment to delivering exceptional service.
Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.