Job Description

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we're inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We're proud to play a part in protecting the world's democracies. And we're committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world's aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of 3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

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We are seeking an experienced Site Planning Manager with proven, demonstrable experience and a successful track record within supply chain planning processes.





The role encompasses the creation and maintenance of planning business strategy using MRP 2 methodologies to meet agreed critical business targets. A key part of this is the Sales, Inventory and Operational Planning process including capacity planning, resource and capital deployment, master production schedule ownership, and performance measurement of all processes within.





This role is site based at our Filton location.

How You'll Contribute

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The site Planning Manager will be responsible for the following:



Line management and leadership of 6 Master Schedulers Ensure through due process, the site has appropriate levels of manpower, capital equipment, and sourcing solutions in place to discharge committed workload Improve management of customer demand and subsequent load, to ensure repeatable and consistent delivery from both the internal and external supply chain Process improvement and elimination of waste amongst planning processes and procedures Guarantee lead times for all deliverables and repeatability in delivery performance Ensure only formal systems are employed in the discharge of workload Ensure that manufacturing is governed by a robust and realistic schedule Respond to requests for scenario and series plans including new product introduction Setting the standards in terms of leadership behaviours, performance management systems, and personal integrity for others to follow Managing all processes using lean principles, tools and techniques Ensure resolution of root causes of systematic problems effecting the site from a planning perspective Fully accountable for all aspects of Inventory and Operations Planning process, including inventory, demand management, and logistics Compliance with all risk assessments and company Environment, Health & Safety Procedures relevant to all work activities. Reporting of all accidents and near misses as per the company's procedure and implementation of identified corrective actions. Maintain good standards of housekeeping in designated work area(s) Champion "Export Control" compliance activities, ensuring you and where applicable, members of your team, adhere to the site "Technology Control Plan (TCP), guaranteeing compliance with Export Control Regulations, controls, training and systems, guaranteeing compliance with Export Control Regulations, controls, training and systems

What You'll Bring

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Essential

To help us make a difference, you'll bring your passion and expertise/ talent for what you do along with the following skills, experience, qualifications, and attributes:



Considerable previous experience, demonstrating a successful track record within supply chain planning processed Experience of SAP Knowledge and experience of capacity planning, Inventory and Operations planning processes Knowledge and experience of manufacturing and finance systems An excellent problem-solver

Desirable

APICS CPIM [Certified in Production and Inventory management] A relevant Production Control qualification would be a distinct advantage. An appreciation of lean manufacturing principles would be an advantage. Excellent leadership, people-management, and problem-solving skills. An understanding of financial control systems and their implications. The ability to demonstrate core competencies required at this operating level within the Resource family, in particular, 2-Way Communication, Drive & Commitment, Innovation & Problem-solving, Motivation & Support, Direction & Purpose, and Customer Focus. Ability to coach, mentor and facilitate planning management team members to ensure successful integration of current and future projects

What We'll Offer

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Once you're on board you'll get the following perks and benefits:



Competitive salary dependent on experience Car Allowance Industry Leading Pension Scheme = we'll match your contributions up to 8% on a 1: 1.5 basis Life Assurance 8 x salary 25 days holiday + bank holidays Flexible working hours including the ability to finish at 12noon on a Friday Income protection Shopping discounts On site Gym Cycle To Work Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family A collaborative, dynamic working environment

We'll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we've created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It's a culture that won us 'The Best Workplace Culture Award'. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.



We're also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.



We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.