Production Planner

Production Planner / Material Planner

Location: Farnborough (4 days on-site)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: Until 30/06/2026 (with potential for extension or permanent placement)
Rate: £24.66/hour PAYE | £33.00/hour Umbrella
Security Clearance: BPSS+ (completed by client)

Our Client is a pioneering force in aerospace innovation, developing cutting-edge High Altitude Platform Station (HAPS) technology. Their solar-electric aircraft operates at over 60,000 feet, offering ultra-long-endurance connectivity and Earth observation capabilities from the stratosphere.

They are seeking a Production Planner / Material Planner to join their dynamic manufacturing operations team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a world-leading aerospace programme and be part of a visionary team shaping the future of stratospheric flight.

Key Responsibilities:

Production Planning & Scheduling

Develop and maintain production schedules aligned with customer demand and resource availability.
Manage production orders and material requisitions using ERP systems (D365).
Monitor capacity and adjust schedules to meet deadlines.

Inventory Management

Track inventory levels and coordinate material movement to avoid shortages or excess.
Use MRP tools to ensure timely procurement of parts and materials.

Data Analysis & Reporting

Generate reports to monitor KPIs such as delivery performance and inventory turnover.
Analyse demand trends to forecast future production needs.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Liaise with engineering, procurement, and quality teams to ensure material compliance.
Communicate production status and constraints to management.

Continuous Improvement

Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency.
Participate in lean manufacturing initiatives.

Ideal Skills/Experience

Minimum 5 years' experience in production/material planning within a project-based manufacturing environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (preferably D365).
Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing standards (e.g., AS9100, FAA).
Engineering industry background preferred.

If you think this could be a new and exciting career opportunity for you and you would like to learn more or just for an initial, no-obligation conversation please contact me on (phone number removed) or you can apply directly by following the Easy Apply link and I will contact you as soon as I receive your contact details.

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan