Job Description

Overview

Conveyor Units Limited is the largest conveyor and roller manufacturer in the UK, producing over 2.5 million rollers and more than 45?km of conveyors annually. With over 60 years of British engineering excellence and modular conveyor systems serving global blue?chip companies, we pride ourselves on quality, innovation, and a culture of growth and loyalty.

We are now seeking a

strong-minded, proactive Planning Manager

to lead our planning function. You will transform customer orders into precise build plans across all manufacturing areas. Initially, planning will be Excel-based--but we're targeting a future-ready transition to a full MRP system.

You'll thrive here if you're a rapid learner, confident leader, and comfortable in fast-paced environments such as automotive or complex manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

Order Translation & Scheduling:

Translate incoming customer orders into detailed build plans and production schedules.

Capacity & Resource Planning:

Allocate materials, machine, and labour capacity to meet delivery targets and prevent bottlenecks.

Systems Evolution:

Use Excel daily now but be actively involved in future MRP system implementation and governance.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Liaise with sales, production, procurement, and logistics to maintain alignment and resolve issues.

Team Leadership & Development:

Recruit, lead, and grow a motivated planning team--conduct training, coaching and build technical skills.

Performance & Improvement:

Monitor plan performance, identify deviations, and drive continuous process improvements and efficiencies.

Requirements

Essential:

At least

5 years' experience

in a planning or scheduling role within manufacturing. Advanced

Excel skills

(pivot tables, lookups, macros/formulas). Exceptional communication, organisation and problem-solving abilities. Proven ability to

motivate and build a high-performing team

. Adaptable, assertive, solution-oriented mindset--thrives under pressure.

Desirable:

Experience in

fast?paced automotive environments

or complex/high?mix manufacturing settings. Track record of migrating from manual Excel planning to implemented

MRP systems

. Familiarity with

lean manufacturing

methods.

Sage?200 and Sicon Manufacturing

knowledge and hands?on experience.

Experience

Successfully managed production planning across multiple areas, delivered on tight deadlines and managed competing priorities. Proven ability to train, coach, and develop operational teams. Experience working effectively within cross-functional leadership structures.

Why Conveyor Units?

Established, growing UK leader:

Built on over six decades of manufacturing excellence; largest conveyor and roller manufacturer in the UK with extensive export markets.

Employee loyalty & development:

Celebrating 60 years in business and over 100 gold watch awards for 25+ years' service--demonstrating strong commitment to staff growth and retention.

Supportive culture & work-life balance:

We believe when work is done, it's done--no overtime culture, and plenty of headroom for rest and downtime.

Benefits & rewards:

Attractive pension plan and employee rewards portal giving team members access to perks and recognition.

Perks & Benefits

Competitive pension scheme Access to a comprehensive

Employee Rewards Portal

Flexible schedule and realistic work hours A collaborative, supportive, and down?to?earth workplace culture
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Company pension
Work Location: In person