Production Planner

  • Langham Recruitment
  • Guildford, Surrey
  • Jun 23, 2025
Full time I.T. & Communications

Job Description

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.