Production Planner Jobs and Manufacturing Resource Planning Recruitment
Manufacturing resource planning turns customer orders into a plan the factory can deliver. Planners balance machines, people, materials and deadlines, then keep the plan on track when something changes. Bernoullis recruits production planners, schedulers, MRP controllers and planning managers for manufacturers across the UK, and checks system skills, planning experience and references before anyone starts.
Why Manufacturers Use Bernoullis to Hire Planners
A weak plan costs money every day: late orders, idle machines, rushed overtime and excess stock. A good production planner prevents most of that. We look closely at how each candidate builds and protects a production schedule, so the people we send can bring order to a busy plant.
We Check How People Plan
We talk through real plans with every candidate: the orders, the bottlenecks and how they handled a breakdown or a rush order. That shows how they think, not just which systems they know.
System Skills Confirmed
We confirm experience with ERP and MRP systems, scheduling tools and Excel. References from operations or supply chain managers confirm the detail.
Production Planning Roles We Recruit
From junior schedulers to the managers who run planning for a whole site, we fill roles across manufacturing resource planning.
Production Planners
Planners who turn orders into a workable production schedule.
Production Schedulers
Schedulers who sequence jobs on lines and machines.
MRP Controllers
Specialists who run MRP and keep planning data clean.
Materials Planners
Planners who order materials in time for production.
Demand Planners
Planners who forecast demand and set stock targets.
S&OP Analysts
Analysts who link sales plans with production capacity.
Planning Managers
Managers who lead planning teams and processes.
Operations Managers
Managers who run production against the plan.
The Skills and Systems We Confirm
Every planning candidate has their skills checked first.
Systems
The software your plant runs on.
- ERP and MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle or Epicor.
- Finite scheduling tools where you use them.
- Advanced Excel for capacity and stock analysis.
Planning Methods
How each candidate plans.
- Capacity planning and bottleneck management.
- Bill of materials and routing accuracy.
- Sales and operations planning (S&OP).
References
Proof of real results.
- Examples of improved delivery or reduced stock.
- Recent references from operations or supply chain managers.
- Right to work confirmed with original documents.
Why Good Production Planners Are Hard to Find
UK manufacturing employs around 2.29 million people, according to ONS figures in Enginuity’s August 2026 health check, and every plant depends on a plan. Rising costs and uncertain orders mean manufacturers need planners who can keep output high without building up stock.
Planning sits between sales, purchasing, production and finance, so strong planners need both system skills and good judgement. That mix is rare, and experienced planners are often promoted or headhunted.
We help by reaching planners who are not scrolling job boards and explaining your role honestly. For job seekers, that means production planner jobs and manufacturing resource planning roles that match your systems and how far you want to travel.
Why manufacturers choose us
- Systems and planning methods checked first
- Shortlists of two or three, not piles of CVs
- Permanent, contract and interim roles
- Planners, schedulers, analysts and managers
- Free consultation to understand your plant
- Fixed-fee and subscription pricing options
- One 60-day guarantee on every plan
Advanced manufacturing
Planners and schedulers for complex, high-mix production.
Electronics
Materials and production planners for electronics assembly.
Precision engineering
Schedulers for machine shops and precision workshops.
Permanent, Contract and Interim Planning Recruitment
ERP launches, new contracts and growth all change what a planning team needs. We fill permanent posts, contracts and interim cover.
Permanent hires
Planners and managers who will grow with your business.
ERP projects
Contract planners for MRP and ERP launches.
Interim cover
Experienced planners to cover gaps and lead change.
How to Hire a Production Planner: A Practical Guide
Start with the plant. A planner for a high-volume food line works very differently from one in a high-mix machine shop. Write down your products, your bottlenecks and how often the production schedule changes.
Next, list the systems. Most planners can learn a new ERP, but some roles need deep MRP knowledge from day one.
Then test judgement. Give candidates a short scenario, such as a breakdown and a rush order on the same day, and ask what they would do.
Finally, be clear about the role. Some planners only schedule, while others also buy materials and report to the board.
What we assess
- ERP and MRP systems
- Capacity and bottleneck planning
- Excel and data skills
- Judgement under pressure
- Right to work and references
- Communication with production teams
Production Planning Careers
Whether you are a scheduler looking to step up or an experienced planning manager, we help you find production planner jobs that fit your skills. We explain the plant, the systems and the pay before you apply, and we never send your details without your permission.
Manufacturing resource planning can lead to careers in supply chain, operations and general management. Strong ERP skills and a record of improving delivery are a big advantage.
Stock & materials
Inventory and materials roles.
FMCG
Planning roles in food and drink plants.
Pharma
Planning roles on regulated sites.
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How We Recruit for Production Planning
Role briefing
We talk to you online or on site to understand your plant, systems and planning process.
Targeted search
We approach planners with matching experience who live within reach of your site.
Skills & checks
We check systems knowledge, planning methods, right to work and references.
Shortlist & aftercare
Your new planner arrives briefed and ready. We check in after the first weeks.
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What Bernoullis Is Built On
At our organisation, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity within the workplace, ensuring that every member of our team exemplifies these principles. We accept full accountability for our actions, demonstrate ownership in our responsibilities, and prioritise safety in all our endeavours, acknowledging its vital role in our success. These core values not only guide us in providing exceptional service to our clients but also contribute significantly to fostering and nurturing enduring relationships with our clients and partners. Our adherence to these principles shapes our organisational culture and propels us to continuously enhance and innovate across all facets of our business.
Manufacturing Recruitment. We Solve Your Equations.
We bring the careful, evidence-based approach that has served employers for more than 20 years to every manufacturing search. Skills, tickets and references come first, so you only meet people who are ready to work.
We Offer a Free of Charge Online Session & Site Visit
We believe talking to the people who run your plant is the best way to understand a role. Book a free online session and we will learn about your plan, your team and the production planner roles you need to fill, at no cost.
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Production Planner Jobs: Your Questions Answered
What is manufacturing resource planning?
Manufacturing resource planning (often called MRP II) is a way of planning everything a factory needs to meet demand: materials, machines, people and money. It builds on material requirements planning.
What does a production planner do?
A production planner turns orders and forecasts into a production schedule, checks materials and capacity, and adjusts the plan when things change.
What is a production schedule?
A production schedule sets out what will be made, on which line or machine, and when. It is updated often as orders, stock and breakdowns change.
What skills do I need for production planner jobs?
You need ERP or MRP system experience, good Excel skills, clear communication and calm judgement when plans change.
Can I move from inventory into production planning?
Yes. Many planners started in stock control or materials roles and moved up by learning the planning system.
Do you recruit interim planning managers?
Yes. We fill interim and contract planning roles for ERP launches, growth and cover, as well as permanent posts.
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