Experienced Senior Production Planner

Job Title: Experienced (Senior) Production Planner

Department: Global Operations

Location: Winchester

Reporting To: Head of Global Operations

Company Description

Fine Group is an expert in engineered textile products, providing solutions that carry, cover and protect people and products. We design and manufacture products for some of the world’s leading companies across sectors ranging from military to healthcare. Leveraging strategic partnerships, we often become the supplier of choice, working with customers to develop new products and solutions that solve their problems.

Recently following a change of ownership, we aim to grow our 75‑year heritage through both organic and inorganic opportunities over the next five years.

Main Purpose of the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail‑oriented production planner to coordinate production schedules, manage material flow, and ensure on‑time delivery across a dynamic, fast‑paced multi‑site textile operation. The role will streamline production schedules, optimize resource allocation, and meet strategic delivery objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor and adjust production schedules to align with demand forecasts and capacity constraints.
• Coordinate with procurement, manufacturing and logistics teams to ensure material availability.
• Anticipate potential delays and proactively resolve scheduling conflicts.
• Perform capacity planning and recommend adjustments to meet changing priorities.
• Maintain up‑to‑date production records, reports, and KPIs for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to support new product launches and process transitions.
• Implement and refine planning tools or ERP systems to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Identify and drive initiatives to reduce lead times and improve workflow efficiency.

Experience & Skills

• 5+ years in production planning within manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain processes, inventory control and MRP systems.
• Proficiency in ERP software (e.g., Netsuite or similar) and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Preferred Attributes

• APICS or equivalent supply chain certification.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Familiarity with ISO and quality compliance standards.

This role offers the opportunity to play an integral part in Fine Group’s growth and to accelerate your career within one of the UK’s leading textile product manufacturers.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Textile Manufacturing