Operations planner

Job Opportunity: Operations Planner – Transport Industry



Location: Doncaster (initially) / Barton-under-Needwood (relocating)



£Competitieve per day (Umbrella rate) – will be on a competitive day rate initially whilst on a temp basis before moving across on a permanent basis



Contract: Temporary to Permanent



Lodging Allowance Provided in Doncaster for 4–6 Months



Are you ready to take your planning career to the next level in the dynamic world of Transport production? We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Operations Planner to join our team during an exciting period of transition and growth.



About the Role:



As an Operations Planner, you’ll play a key role in coordinating and optimising production schedules to meet customer demand efficiently and cost-effectively. You’ll be part of a collaborative team, reporting directly to the Enterprise Planning Manager, and will help shape the future of our operations as we relocate to our new site in Barton-under-Needwood.



Key Responsibilities:



Develop and manage production schedules to meet customer requirements.



Ensure availability of materials, equipment, and workforce.



Monitor production progress and adjust plans as needed.



Collaborate with procurement, inventory, warehouse, and sales teams.



Analyse production data to drive efficiency and continuous improvement.



Support new bids and the industrialisation process.



Deliverables:



Proven experience in production planning, manufacturing, or supply chain.



Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.



Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office.



Knowledge of lean manufacturing and process optimization.



Ability to demonstrate optimising a production schedule and maximising efficiency