Production Planner / Material Planner

Location: Farnborough Contract Type: Contract (Inside IR35) until End of 2025 [possibility of extension/permanent position] Pay Rate: Umbrella £33 per hour | PAYE £24.66 per hour

About the Role

We are seeking a Production Planner / Material Planner to join an innovative aerospace organisation based in Farnborough. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge high-altitude aircraft technology, supporting the production of solar-electric aircraft designed for ultra-long-endurance missions.

In this role, you'll coordinate and schedule aerospace manufacturing processes, manage inventory and material planning using ERP systems, and collaborate across departments to ensure efficient operations and timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain production schedules aligned with customer demand and resource availability. Manage production orders, work orders, and material requisitions using ERP systems. Monitor inventory levels and coordinate material movements to avoid shortages or excess. Generate and analyse production reports to track KPIs and forecast future needs. Collaborate across departments to ensure materials meet specifications and deadlines are met. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support lean manufacturing practices.

Qualifications

Proven experience in production/material planning within aerospace or manufacturing. Stron...