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Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Production Planner for its Basingstoke site, responsible for executing daily production planning activities to ensure efficient manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have experience in production planning, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate across teams.
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Job Summary
The Production Planner is responsible for the day-to-day execution of production planning activities to support efficient manufacturing across the Basingstoke and East Grinstead sites.
In partnership with the Master Planning team, this role converts demand into detailed, executable production schedules, ensuring alignment with capacity, material availability, and operational constraints.
The role plays a key part in maintaining service performance, controlling inventory, and driving continuous improvement within the planning function.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Production Planner for its Basingstoke site, responsible for executing daily production planning activities to ensure efficient manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have experience in production planning, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate across teams.
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Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Execute daily production planning
Translate demand into production plans
Monitor performance against key metrics
Identify risks to supply schedules
Maintain data accuracy within ERP systems
Nice-to-have
Customer-focused mindset
Drive continuous improvement
Knowledge of Lean principles
Key Requirements
Experience in production planning, scheduling, or supply chain
Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred)
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office applications
APICS (CPIM) certification, or willingness to work towards, is advantageous