Planning Production Manager Orion is partnered with an innovative manufacturing company based in Ledbury who are looking for a highly experienced Production Planning Manager to join the team.Planning Production Manager Benefits:Competitive salary: £62,000 - £72,000Pension contributionPrivate health careNon contractual company performance bonus Hours: Monday to Friday, onsite only (no hybrid) 08 30 Planning Production Manager Responsibilities:Lead and own the SIOP process to align demand and capacity across all product lines, including subcontracted work, ensuring production readiness.Oversee material planning and inventory management, optimizing stock levels and ensuring timely, complete deliveries to support productivity and customer satisfaction.Develop and maintain production schedules (quarterly/monthly/weekly/daily), incorporating capacity planning, yield losses, and customer requirements to meet business targets.Drive continuous improvement in planning and scheduling processes, focusing on lead time reduction, data integrity, and enhanced product flow throughout the plant.Collaborate cross-functionally with departments such as Sales, Operations, Finance, IT, and HR to ensure cohesive and effective planning outcomes.Monitor and report performance metrics, including schedule adherence, dock performance, and throughput, while implementing SOPs and training to uphold standards and drive accountability.Manage external supply chain relationships, ensuring coordination with su