Production Planner
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Occupation TypePlanning, process and production technicians
Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled
Sponsorship Salary Threshold
£41,700
(£21.38 per hour)
Standard minimum applies
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Description
Hiab is the pioneer in smart and sustainable on road load handling solutions. We believe in more than just work — we believe in making a difference for our customers to building a better tomorrow.
Say Hi! to your next challenge — explore the opportunity and apply below!
Your mission
As a Production Planner you will be reporting to the Installation Manager and be responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating the production activities and 3rd party installations within the Hiab UK business. This role ensures efficient use of resources (materials, labour, equipment, chassis) to meet customer demand and production targets while minimising downtime and optimising production flow.
This position is for candidates based in UK and can be fully remote, however some travelling to 3rd parties is required.
Key Responsibilities
Say Hi! to your next challenge — explore the opportunity and apply below!
Your mission
As a Production Planner you will be reporting to the Installation Manager and be responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating the production activities and 3rd party installations within the Hiab UK business. This role ensures efficient use of resources (materials, labour, equipment, chassis) to meet customer demand and production targets while minimising downtime and optimising production flow.
This position is for candidates based in UK and can be fully remote, however some travelling to 3rd parties is required.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, schedule, and own the relationships between Hiab UK, 3rd party installers, customers, and other associated parties
- Ensure Customers and the Sales team remain informed on the status of orders
- Management of installation planning processes utilising external installers
- Ownership of Master Production Schedule (SAP)
- Lead the weekly planning meetings and ensure actions are tracked and executed
- Lead weekly update meetings with the sales teams
- Track production progress, monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), and report on production output, efficiency, and on-time delivery
- Liaise with Bodybuilders and third parties for schedules and deliveries
- Monitor chassis arrival/dispatch whilst liaising with chassis dealers
- Work with key stakeholders across the sales and operations processes to ensure customer demands are met.
- A Levels Education
- 3+ years working in production, outsourcing, manufacturing, or planning
As a part of our Employees First culture, we offer opportunities to grow within a dynamic environment that values flexibility and your well-being. We strive to make things easier, empower you to succeed, and strive for excellence in a positive and inclusive environment.
Ready to apply?
Click on the apply button below to send in your application in English. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Please note that the process for this position is coordinated by our Recruitment team part of Hiab Business Services based in Bulgaria.
We Are Hiab
Hiab (Nasdaq Helsinki: HIAB) is a leading provider of smart and sustainable on road load-handling solutions, committed to delivering the best customer experience every day with the most engaged people and partners. As the industry pioneer, Hiab continues to make on road load-handling smarter, safer and more sustainable to build a better tomorrow.
www.hiabgroup.com