Materials Planning Manager

Our client is a fast-growing Mechanical Contractor that Manufacture & Install specialist products for a range of highly regulated projects, including Nuclear & Rail and are seeking a Materials Planning & Logistics Manager . This position plays a crucial role in ensuring seamless alignment between client demand, production capacity, and supply chain performance. Who This Job Would Suit This role would suit a proactive and organised professional with strong leadership skills and strong planning experience within manufacturing. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment, have a strategic approach to problem solving, and be adept at managing teams, materials, and systems to deliver exceptional operational outcomes. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain a comprehensive master production schedule aligned with client requirements. Lead the implementation and management of a new MRP/ERP system. Oversee raw material procurement, inventory control, and logistics operations. Monitor production progress against schedules and capacity plans. Manage a team with 5 x direct reports. Skills and Experience: Proven experience in Planning for busy Manufacturing environments Managerial experience, leading and supporting direct reports Strong MRP/ERP systems skills, enough to implement from scratch Location – Bury Salary – circa £45k - £50k (dependent on experience) Permanent – circa 37 hrs per week – 0800-1630 (Mon-Thurs), 0800-1330 (Fri) Benefits Cycle to work employee assistance programme Gym vouchers Health Cash Plan Buy extra Holidays Life Assurance x 4 Pension Perks - shopping, cinema, discounts Private Medical APPLY NOW! Feel free to contact Jacob on 0161 839 5353 or Jacob@emp-sol.com

Location: Bury, UK, GB

Posted Date: 10/18/2025