Planning Manager

Location: Ely (CB6) Duration: Permanent Hours: 8am until 4:30pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: Competitive Job Reference: 35451 Polytec are looking for a Planning Manager for our client based in Ely. Responsibilities: * Develop standard work for key processes and train teams to follow the standards * Support a continuous flow of materials from Stores through Production to Inspection and Shipping * Regular audits * Root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives following PDCA or lean principles * Ensure onsite production scheduling support is provided and manage the team rota to ensure fair workload distribution * Ensure all team members work in line with PPE requirements and safe systems of work * Motivate team members and perform regular appraisals or 1-to-1 meetings * Conduct return to work interviews and disciplinary actions Requirements: * Previous Planning, Inventory Controller, or Supply Chain related experience * Positive approach to continuous improvement activities * Flexible approach to working and willing to change hours as needed to ensure onsite production scheduling support * Excellent attention to detail * Good communication skills with the ability to train, mentor and present new ideas * Computer literate and able to use ERP systems * Knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Dynamics 2012 would be beneficial Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below