Production Planner
Job Description
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Production Planner
Solihull
Full Time
We have an exciting opening for a Production Planner to join the Rolls\-Royce Control Systems facility in Solihull.
The Rolls\-Royce Control Systems facility in Solihull is a purpose\-built manufacturing and engineering site specialising in aerospace engine control systems. In this role, you will be working in a team of Production Controllers, reporting to the Planning and Control Manager for Hydromechanical Control Systems.
What you will be doing:
- Accountable for ensuring the 4 Weekly Planning Process is adhered to, ensuring Load and Capacity is Balanced.
- Ensure Delivery Plans are maintained for the medium/ long term in the available executive system. Identify risks and mitigations to all future issues and issue the relevant communication with Supply Chain and customer teams.
- Governance of ERP Compliance and Inventory Planning \& Forecasting.
- Provide the business with changes to Customer and Financial metrics through simulated scenarios for a Value Stream of parts in line with Planning Models and commodity Strategies available. Be responsible for SORB and Business Reviews.
- Good IT skills essential \- S trong experience in analysing and manipulating large datasets. The ideal candidate will be highly proficient in pivot tables, data extraction, reporting, and data validation, with a strong understanding of data integrity principles.
- Experience of working in an operational manufacturing environment would be beneficial.
- An understanding of load and capacity planning.
- Experience of Production scheduling, WIP management and Inventory control.
- Understanding of Product Introduction processes and their interaction with Manufacturing.
- Previous experience of using SAP system would be preferred.
- Experience working with ERP systems and understanding how data flows between operational systems and reporting tools is preferred.
- Strong communication skills with ability to convey ideas to different audiences.
At Rolls\-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.
By joining Rolls\-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world\-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high\-performance culture.
Regional Benefits:
- Generous Annual Leave.
- Retirement Savings through the Rolls\-Royce Retirement Savings Trust.
- Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls\-Royce \& Group Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury.
- Your Shares: Matched is a simple way to own Rolls\-Royce shares and invest in our future, together. Buy one share, get one free!
- Employee Assistance (EAP) and Live Well programmes.
Rolls\-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non\-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.
Closing Date: 22nd June 2026
As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.
Job Category
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Supply Chain Planning \& Control
Posting Date
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09 Jun 2026; 00:06
Posting End Date
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22 Jun 2026
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