The Planning Manager has strong background in Production Planning, and leads the planning function across multiple complex production lines. This role is critical in ensuring efficient production scheduling, material availability, and alignment with demand signals.Client DetailsGlobal Indutrial Manufacturing Company with years in the market.DescriptionProduction Planning:Develop and manage detailed production plans across multiple production lines, ensuring optimal resource utilisation and output efficiency.Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules, adjusting for demand shifts, resource constraints, and line capacity.Collaborate with Manufacturing, Maintenance, and Quality to minimise downtime and proactively resolve bottlenecks.Lead capacity planning and production sequencing to support cost-effective operations and meet service level agreements.Supply Planning:Convert production plans into raw and packaging material requirements.Coordinate with Procurement and Warehousing to ensure timely availability of materials.Maintain optimal inventory levels aligned with production forecasts and lead times.Demand Planning and SandOP:Collaborate with Commercial, Sales, and Finance to build reliable demand forecasts.Lead the SandOP process, ensuring supply capabilities are balanced with market requirements.Translate demand plans into actionable production and supply strategies.Continuous Improvement and Compliance:Identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives acros