Production Planner - Doncaster, United Kingdom - Howdens Joinery

Howdens Joinery

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Doncaster, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Howdens Joinery are recruiting a Production Planner to join our team as part of our new paint to order service in Thorne, South Yorkshire.

This is an exciting opportunity that will contribute to our continued success and will enable us to deliver our forecastedgrowth and extend our service to our customers.

Reporting into our Operations Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that the teams have a reliable view of planned production and plans are in line with demand, customer expectations and against our agreed plans.

What you'll be doing

Responsible for the production scheduling of WIP and or finished goods ensuring plans are in line with demand
Assessing any expediting or deferrals of plans in line with customer expectations
Managing the production orders effectively for all processes and reporting on operational performance against an agreed plan
Highlighting and monitoring capacity constraints and ensuring stock is available in line with business targets

What we're looking for

Experience using a SAP planning system and knowledge of MRP
Experience in a planning role within a manufacturing environment
Strong analytical skills and
Able to operate effectively as part of a team
Strong communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships
Effective decision making and influencing skills

What we can offer:

Competitive salary and bonus
Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
Meal allowance
24 days + bank holidays per year & opportunity to buy extra holidays
Fantastic staff discounts
Exceptional reward and recognition events

About Howdens
Howdens is a successful organisation with a headcount of over 11,000 people across the UK and Europe.

Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values.?Join our rewarding organisation recognised in the?Top 25 Best Big Companiesto Work For.