Job title: Production Planner
At Johnson Matthey, your work will matter. As a Production Planner, you’ll join a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history. Using advanced metals chemistry, you’ll help tackle the world’s biggest challenges - cutting emissions, powering modern life and supporting life‑saving technologies - by applying, refining and recycling metals that matter for a healthier, more sustainable, circular future.
As a Production Planner, you will help drive our goals by:
- Analysing production and demand data to create and maintain effective production schedules
- Managing the Master Production Schedule in collaboration with Operations, Engineering and Projects
- Monitoring material flow through the supply chain to ensure customer requirements are met
- Identifying risks, constraints and opportunities, escalating issues and supporting resolution
- Managing inventory levels, including identifying slow-moving stock and driving improvements
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to support the S&OP process and improve planning accuracy
Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:
- Strong analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to interpret data and identify trends
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
- Good organisational and planning skills with high attention to detail
- Ability to build strong working relationships across functions
- Problem-solving mindset with a structured approach
- Interest in supply chain systems and willingness to learn new tools and processes
Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!
We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:
- Competitive retirement savings
- Company matched Share Incentive Plan
- Life Assurance, Income Protection and Critical Illness
- Medical plans/health assessments
- Retailer and Wellbeing discounts
- Competitive annual incentive plan
Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!
At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.
For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact [email protected]. We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.
Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.
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