Planning Manager- East Sussex

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Planning Manager to join a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation in East Sussex. The role offers the chance to lead a small team, drive data-led planning processes, and play a key part in delivering to customers across diverse global industries including electronics, renewable energy, medical research, and infrastructure.

The Role

As Planning Manager, you will:

Lead and develop a team of planners, setting clear objectives and supporting career growth.
Oversee factory planning to ensure efficient output and customer satisfaction.
Act as the site specialist for SAP (ERP), Power BI, and planning tools.
Drive the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process with data-driven insight.
Monitor and report on KPIs, operational adherence, and efficiency metrics.
Manage inventory and ensure master planning data integrity.
Work closely with Operations, Logistics, Finance, Procurement, and Engineering teams.

What We're Looking For

Strong factory planning experience.
Advanced knowledge of SAP and Power BI reporting.
Excellent data analysis skills and ERP expertise.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Proven leadership and team management ability.
Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Business, Maths or similar (or equivalent experience).

Desirable: Experience in Lean methodology, demand planning, or international environments.