Production Planner Pioneering Space Manufacturing Guildford
Are you an experienced Production Planner looking to take the next step in your career? This is your opportunity to join a cutting-edge manufacturing company that plays a critical role in the development of next-generation commercial satellite systems.
We're seeking a detail-oriented, proactive planner to join our fast-paced, innovation-driven team. In this role, you'll help coordinate production workflows that keep complex projects on track and aligned with delivery goals.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Production Planner, you'll ensure that everything runs like clockwork-managing production timelines, resources, and materials to meet both project-specific and stock-level demands. You'll work closely with colleagues across Project Management, Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain, aligning activities to support both ongoing and upcoming builds.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Designing and rolling out new planning frameworks and tools
- Building and maintaining manufacturing schedules across multiple projects
- Overseeing stock planning and scheduling to ensure continuity of supply
- Using ERP systems (preferably SAP or SAP S/4HANA) to manage workflows and inventory
- Monitoring material requirements and coordinating procurement to minimise waste and delays
- Analysing production data to improve efficiency and reduce costs
- Generating reports and presenting KPIs related to schedule performance and production metrics
- Driving continuous improvement in planning processes and systems
What we're looking for:
- Proven experience in a production planning or similar role within a manufacturing setting
- Strong background in setting up planning systems and workflows, particularly with ERP tools
- Familiarity with SAP or SAP S/4HANA is highly desirable
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills-you'll be working with teams across departments
- Strong understanding of manufacturing principles and how planning supports operational success
- Competence in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Teams, PowerPoint)
- Experience in electronics manufacturing is a plus
What's in it for you?
- Competitive Salary.
- Flexible working policies.
- 32 days annual leave + BH.
- Annual Company Bonus Scheme.
- Up to 8% employer pension contribution.
- Life Assurance (6X salary).
- Private Health Care.
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave.
- Multiple Discount, Memberships schemes.