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With more than 300 years of pioneering spirit, we continue to push boundaries, not for the sake of change, but to create meaningful impact for our customers, our people, and the world around us.\nAt the heart of our Power for Growth strategy is a clear commitment to scaling innovation, creating customer value, and empowering our people to succeed.\nBeing BOLD means stepping beyond our comfort zones, embracing new opportunities, and acting decisively. We do this with CARE, always considering the impact of our actions and holding ourselves to the highest standards. We are DEDICATED, and this dedication fuels our progress: we work hard, stay passionate, and support one another to achieve shared success.\nThis is how we Win Through Culture, by living our values every day. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a Disability Confident employer, committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.\nYour Role at Husqvarna\nReporting into the Planning and Materials Manager, we are seeking a detail oriented and experienced Production Planner to create, maintain, and optimise production schedules.\nThis role sits within the Planning team responsible for overseeing Mould Shop planning activities.\nBased at our manufacturing site in Newton Aycliffe, with the flexibility to work from home one day a week.\nKey responsibilities:\nSupport the Planning team with accurate and timely reporting, performance analysis, and KPI tracking to support operational decision making\nDevelop and maintain a strong working knowledge of the JDE ERP system, including the accurate creation, maintenance, and governance of Item Master and Part data\nOwn and continuously improve the Moulding Build Plan, working closely with Production, Materials, Engineering, Quality, and other key stakeholders to ensure demand and supply requirements are effectively managed\nCoordinate production activities in line with material availability, labour capacity, equipment capability, and planned customer requirements to optimise operational performance\nProvide effective cover across planning activities when required, ensuring continuity of service and maintaining agreed planning standards\nMonitor production progress against plan, proactively identifying risks and taking appropriate action to ensure products are delivered on time and meet required quality standards and customer specifications\nWork collaboratively with key stakeholders to identify, develop, and implement opportunities for process improvement, efficiency, and cost reduction\nEnsure system changes, master data updates, and process improvements are accurately implemented and aligned with business requirements and wider strategic objectives\nRaise, coordinate, and participate in Engineering Change projects and new product introduction , ensuring appropriate resource, material, and production capacity is planned to achieve project milestones and implementation dates\nSupport and participate in product and material obsolescence projects, ensuring appropriate planning, stock management, and cross functional coordination throughout the process\nMaintain effective communication across Planning, Production, Materials, Engineering, Quality, and other relevant functions to ensure priorities, risks, and actions are clearly understood and managed\nContribute to the continuous improvement of planning processes, systems, and ways of working, promoting standardisation, data accuracy, and operational efficiency\nQualifications and Skills:\nProven experience in production planning, production scheduling, materials planning, or supply chain planning within a manufacturing environment\nStrong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to analyse, manipulate, and present data to support effective planning and decision making\nPractical experience using ERP/MRP systems, with the ability to maintain accurate planning and master data and utilise system information effectively\nExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills,\nStrong problem solving and decision making skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively\nA proactive and continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, data accuracy, and operational performance\nDesirable:\nExperience in fast-paced manufacturing environment\nExposure to S&OP processes\nPower BI skills\nAI utilisation to support process efficiency improvements\n1st stage interviews will take place W/C 19th October.\nWhat We Offer\nAt Husqvarna Group, we’re committed to supporting our people with a benefits package that reflects our values and dedication to excellence. When you join us, you’ll gain access to a wide range of rewards designed to help you thrive, both at work and beyond.\nCompetitive Salary We offer a competitive salary reflective of your experience and contribution, reviewed regularly to ensure alignment with the market and internal equity.\nPerformance-Based Incentives Recognising and celebrating your achievements.\nLife Assurance Coverage of up to 6x your annual salary\nMy Husqvarna Benefits Platform Your one-stop hub for exclusive employee perks, wellbeing resources, and discounts.\nCycle to Work Scheme Save on bikes and accessories while promoting a healthy, eco-friendly commute.\nEnhanced Family-Friendly Leave Supporting you through life’s important moments\nComprehensive Health & Wellbeing Support Including medical, dental, and mental health services.\nRecognised for Excellence Proud recipients of the Better Health at Work Award - Maintaining Excellence and Investors in People - Silver Certification.\nGenerous Holiday & Leave Policies 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.\nPension & Retirement Plans Company pension with matching contributions of up to 8%, helping you plan confidently for the future.\nLearning & Development Opportunities Access to training, mentorship, and career growth programs.\nFlexible Working Arrangements Because we CARE about our people, we support flexible working and family-friendly policies that recognise different life stages.\n Global Career Pathways - Opportunities to grow within a truly international organisation.\nWe are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. 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