About the Role
During a time of exciting growth here at Dowty (a GE Aerospace company) we have a new permanent opportunity to join our onsite manufacturing team in Brockworth, near Gloucester. As a Planning Specialist you will be responsible for managing and ensuring the integrity of product data within our business planning system, overseeing embodiment of engineering changes, acting as a focal point for New Product Introduction (NPI) activities at Dowty and supporting the Master Production Schedule (MPS). You will manage the set‑up of item masters, BOM configuration and have an in‑depth understanding of item master planning parameters, engineering change processes, and the aerospace industry. You will be a crucial part of our planning process and be detail‑oriented with extensive experience with business planning systems (e.g. Syteline and Oracle ERP systems). You will facilitate the integration of more detailed production planning for engineering requirements and work together with our Materials Fulfilment team to effectively meet our internal customer service level and plan for success.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the creation, maintenance, and accuracy of item master data within our business planning systems like Syteline and Oracle ERP.
- Implement and maintain data governance processes to ensure our standards are adhered to, conduct regular audits, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to identify and correct data discrepancies, redundancies and inaccuracies.
- Work closely with engineering, quality, procurement, production and customer‑facing teams to ensure smooth flow of product data across the supply chain.
- Provide support and be the planning focal for all design changes, engineering change notifications and other data projects to ensure product configurations and item master data align with operational and program needs.
- Coordinate supply‑chain implementation of all engineering changes and new products ensuring the timely and accurate set‑up of parts and BOM changes, that effectivity dates are planned and inventory impacts and MPS, if any, are specified and bought off cross‑functionally.
- Establish required standard operating rhythms for change implementation, data quality of the item master and planning parameters within the Planning Team that meet our strategic goals and monitor key processes through KPIs reviewed within our daily management.
- Identify areas for improvement in our planning processes, recommend and implement process changes to increase efficiency, reduce lead times and minimise costs by utilising our Flight Deck Toolkit.
- Train and mentor team members on ERP system as required.
- Act as a delegate to the Master Schedulers and support Materials Fulfilment where required.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college, or equivalent knowledge and experience in supply chain operations.
- Working knowledge of both ERP & MRP systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
- Established data analytical skills with the use of digital tools like Spotfire & Oracle.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities.
- Problem‑solving mindset.
Desired Characteristics
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
- Ability to prioritise workload and adapt in a dynamic environment to meet customer demands.
- Willingness to adapt to change and drive process improvement through Flightdeck fundamentals.
- APICS CPIM – Certification in Production and Inventory Management.
Flexible Working
GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements where possible, recognising the benefits to employees of having a positive work‑life balance.
Total Reward
- Non‑contributory Pension
- Life Assurance
- Group Income Protection
- Private Medical Cover
- Holiday – Equivalent of 26 days, with a flexible option to buy or sell.
Security Clearance
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. In the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security.
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