Production Planner
Blyth
Fixed Term Contract Until Dec 2026
Salary Dependant on Experience £
Jackson Hogg is delighted to be supporting a well established and leading manufacturer on the appointment of a Production Planner. If you’re organised, proactive, and thrive on bringing structure to fast-paced environments, this could be the role for you.
The Role
As Production Planner, you’ll:
- Generate and manage daily production schedules, using SAP to review and resolve MRP exceptions.
- Work closely with operations, quality, and supply chain teams in daily meetings to ensure plans are achievable and issues are quickly resolved.
- Balance demand and capacity by managing intercompany and abnormal demand orders.
- Maintain accurate SAP master data – from MRP and forecasting through to BOMs and scheduling – so the system drives the right outcomes.
- Monitor demand patterns, safety stocks, and replenishment strategies, using planning techniques to level production flow.
- Support wider business performance by driving improvements around stock, lead times, and key KPIs such as OTIF, cycle turns, and stock optimisation.
- Get involved in cross-functional projects, including new product introductions and process improvements.
Required Experience
- Experience in production or materials planning within a manufacturing environment.
- Solid SAP knowledge, particularly in MRP, master data, and planning processes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make decisions under pressure.
- A confident communicator who enjoys working collaboratively across different functions.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business where planning has a direct impact on customer satisfaction and operational success.
If this sounds like the right move for you, get in touch with me – Skye Madden, Managing Consultant at Jackson Hogg – for a confidential chat.
M: +44 (0)7957966432
E: skye.madden@jacksonhogg.com
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Consultant
Skye Madden
Skye leads the Supply Chain team specialising in senior-level supply chain and procurement appointments across a diverse range of sectors including manufacturing, engineering, FMCG and public sector. Originally from a small Scottish town north of Aberdeen, Skye is an Economics graduate and moved to Newcastle in 2017 to start her career in recruitment. Outside of work, Skye is a dedicated dog mum to her Frenchie, Frankie, and can often be found taking long walks along the beach with a local coffee in hand.
Managing Consultant - Supply Chain
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