Senior Production Planner
1 day ago
Bushbury
Safran Actuations - WolverhamptonWolverhampton (On-site 4–5 days per week)£25 per hour (PAYE) + holiday accrual12-month contract (ongoing opportunity)We are currently recruiting for a Senior Production Planner to join a leading aerospace and manufacturing environment in Wolverhampton, supporting the Aftermarket value stream .This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced materials or supply chain professional to step into a senior role with leadership responsibility, playing a key part in driving delivery performance and resolving complex supply chain challenges.The Role As Senior Production Planner, you will support the Spares Planner Lead and act as their deputy when required, ensuring continuity across the team. You will coordinate closely with supply chain, logistics, production, and quality teams to maintain high levels of customer delivery performance and material availability.Key Responsibilities Act as deputy to the Spares Planner Lead, providing leadership and continuity in their absenceDrive team performance to achieve 95%+ On-Time Delivery (OTIF)Coordinate with logistics teams (stores, packaging, shipping) to support production and customer deliveryManage material availability and lead escalation of internal and external supply issuesDevelop and maintain production and kitting plans, addressing deviations proactivelyManage internal order books and act as an escalation point for complex spares queriesWork cross-functionally with operations, product support, and quality teams to resolve issues quicklyEnsure full compliance with regulatory requirements, including continued airworthiness standardsSkills & Experience Strong experience in materials planning / supply chain / spares planningAdvanced working knowledge of SAP (MM/MRP) and ExcelProven ability to manage escalations and resolve supply chain constraintsExperience in demand planning, production planning, and inventory controlStrong communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholdersExperience operating in fast-paced, high-pressure environmentsLeadership & Behaviour Demonstrated experience operating in a senior or supervisory capacityAbility to step up, make decisions, and support team performanceExperience mentoring or coaching junior team membersHighly organised, proactive, and solutions-focusedStrong customer-focused mindset with a drive to deliver resultsDesirable APICS certificationExperience within aerospace, defence, or aftermarket environmentsWhat's on Offer Competitive PAYE rate of £25 per hour + holiday accrualLong-term contract with strong potential to extendOpportunity to work within a regulated, high-performance aerospace environmentExposure to complex supply chain operations and senior-level responsibilityIf you're a driven supply chain professional looking to step into a leadership role within a highly technical environment, we'd love to hear from you.TPBN1_UKTJ