Planning Manager

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Seeking a Planning Manager in Thirsk, UK, onsite, full-time, to drive a customer led planning capability across finished, semi-finished goods and raw materials, balancing service, cost and inventory. You will lead production and materials planning, proactively partner with Procurement on supplier delays, establish robust planning routines, optimize site production plans, push continuous improvement and the adoption of digital planning tools, and develop the planning team in line with dsm-firmenich fundamentals. Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering, SCM or related field, have solid supply chain and operations planning experience with leadership experience; APICS CPIM preferred; SAP ECC or ERP exposure; strong analytics and customer centric communication. To apply, tailor your CV to show measurable improvements in service, inventory or cost, highlight cross functional collaboration, readiness to work onsite, and alignment with sustainability and inclusion values.

Planning Manager

Location: Thirsk, UK

Onsite

As our successful Planning Manager, you will identify and drive the fundamental changes necessary to orient planning team behaviour towards customer needs and ensuring sustainable performance aligned with business requirements.

Your role will ensure planning production of finished and semi-finished goods and raw material ordering which will enable us to have the best service, response, cost and inventory balance through all aspects of planning and fulfilment.

Your key responsibilities:

• Lead production and materials planning to consistently achieve service, inventory, and cost targets
• Ensure timely material availability, proactively partnering with Procurement to address supplier delays, risks, and recurring issues
• Establish robust planning routines and drive strong adherence across all relevant stakeholders
• Develop, maintain, and continuously optimize site production plans, balancing demand, capacity, and operational constraints
• Drive continuous improvement in planning processes, data quality, and the adoption of digital and advanced planning tools
• Build, lead, coach, and develop the planning team in line with dsm-firmenich fundamentals, fostering accountability, collaboration, and a high-performance culture

We offer:

• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset
• A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally
• The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose
• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity
• A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things

You bring:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Mathematics, Economics, or a related field
• Experience in Supply Chain, including strong expertise in operations planning
• Proven experience in a people leadership or team management role
• APICS CPIM or equivalent certification strongly preferred
• Solid knowledge of SAP ECC or equivalent ERP systems; experience with advanced planning tools is an advantage
• Advanced analytical, problem solving, and prioritization skills
• Excellent communication skills with a strong customer centric mindset

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future. 

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement
At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement:

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.