Planning Manager EMEA Manufacturing Salary £60-£70k + excellent benefits and long-term career development Hybrid working 2 3 days per week on-site (Croydon, South London)Our client is a well-established, global manufacturing business operating in a specialist, high-value product environment. As part of continued growth across international markets, they are looking to appoint an experienced EMEA Planning Manager to lead the regional planning function and support the ongoing development of planning capability.This is a permanent position with clear scope to evolve over time, offering a strong opportunity for an ambitious Planning Manager to increase regional responsibility within a global organisation.Planning Manager The RoleYou will lead the EMEA Planning team, ensuring manufacturing and inventory plans consistently deliver strong customer service while balancing efficiency, cost, and stock optimisation. The role plays a central part in how planning operates across the region, combining regional oversight with hands-on leadership.You will work closely with senior stakeholders across Operations, Commercial, Logistics, and Finance, contributing to the continued development of planning processes and the regional input into global SandOP activity.Key Responsibilities Lead, motivate, and develop the EMEA Planning team, setting clear priorities and driving performance.Manage and optimise inventory levels across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.Take ownership of supply planni