Head of Planning & Forecasting

Company: O'Kane Resourcing
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Location: County Down
Job Description:

Head of Planning & Forecasting

Our client is seeking an experienced Head of Planning & Forecasting to lead planning, scheduling and forecasting across multiple projects and manufacturing sites.

This senior leadership role offers the opportunity to shape strategy, develop teams and improve delivery performance within a growing business.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead and develop planning, forecasting and scheduling teams.
  • Align project programmes, manufacturing schedules and resource requirements.
  • Optimise capacity and identify delivery risks and constraints early.
  • Turn data and forecasts into practical insights to support senior decision-making.
  • Strengthen planning systems, processes and controls to support growth and continuous improvement.

About you

  • Youll have proven experience in a senior planning, forecasting or programme controls leadership role, with a track record of building and leading teams across multiple projects.
  • Experience in manufacturing / fabrication
  • Strong expertise in integrated planning, scheduling and capacity management is essential, alongside excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Youll combine strategic thinking with a practical approach to improving delivery.
  • Ideally CSWIP3.2 or similar

Whats on offer

A salary reflecting your experience, a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for long-term professional development.

What next?

Please send comprehensive CV, clearly demonstrating how you meet the above criteria, along with your remuneration expectations via the link provided. Why not contact Conor MacNamara directly on (WhatsApp etc) for a confidential discussion?

Skills:Planning and Forecasting MRP ERP Capacity planning

Benefits:Please call Conor

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Posted: October 21st, 2026