Anord Mardix

Planning Manager

Anord Mardix  •  Kendal, GB (Hybrid)  •  1 hour ago
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Job Description

Anord Mardix, a Flex company, is a global leader in critical power solutions. With facilities around the globe, Anord Mardix leads in critical power infrastructure, supporting a myriad of industries, from financial institutions to data centers.

We develop skill sets, encourage curiosity, and enable empowerment – we turn jobs into careers. If this sounds interesting, we’d like to meet you.

Anord Mardix, a Flex company, are a global group that manufactures switchgear and associated products for installation in mission-critical and live commercial buildings ranging from data centres to the international headquarters of some of the world’s largest companies.

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Planning Manager located in Kendal.

Planning Manager is reporting to the Head of Supply Chain and responsible for the tactical execution of our Planning and Purchasing goals as well as leading a professional team.

What a typical day looks like:

  • Develop and maintain demand and supply plans to ensure alignment between customer needs, material availability, and production capacity.
  • Drive cost efficiency initiatives, with a strong focus on WIP reduction, inventory optimization, and cash flow improvement.
  • Own inventory performance and SIOP/S&OP processes, ensuring accurate data, clear reporting, and achievement of monthly targets.
  • Oversee production and procurement planning, including weekly production scheduling and ensuring timely raw material availability.
  • Monitor delivery performance and supply risks, proactively adjusting plans and leading mitigation strategies for delays or constraints.
  • Lead planning excellence across the plant, including capacity planning, master resource planning, safety stock management, and supply execution processes.
  • Provide strategic insights to manufacturing leadership, enabling informed decisions on capacity, cost optimization, and long-term operational performance.
  • Lead and develop the planning team, while fostering strong cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Engineering, Project Management, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

  • Extensive experience (10+ years) across diverse Supply Chain roles, providing a well-rounded operational and strategic perspective.
  • Degree educated in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or equivalent combination of education and practical experience.
  • Working towards or holding a professional certification in Supply Chain or Procurement (e.g., CIPS, APICS).
  • Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent, with hands-on experience in planning environments.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, with the ability to effectively manage data, reporting, and analysis.
  • Solid understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes, including planning, procurement, and inventory management.

What you’ll receive for the great work you provide:

  • An environment where you will feel fulfilled by your work, valued for your contribution, and celebrated for your success;
  • A competitive salary and benefits package which includes:
    • A merit-based annual pay review
    • Enhanced annual leave
    • Employee recognition scheme and long service awards
    • Referral bonus
    • Volunteer days
    • Group Life Insurance, including a death in service payment and access to a virtual GP service 24/7 365 days a year
    • Sick pay scheme
    • Cycle to Work scheme
    • Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
  • Flexible/Remote/Hybrid Work based on your Job Function
  • Travel opportunities (role dependent)
  • Support in your well-being by access to
    • Employee Assistance Programme offering free access to qualified counsellors and expert advice
    • On-site trained Mental Health First Aiders
  • Access to various discount programs (including food, activities, gym memberships etc.)

At Flex, we welcome people of all backgrounds. Our employees thrive here by living our values: we support each other as we strive to find a better way, we move fast with discipline and purpose, and we do the right thing always.

Through a respectful, inclusive and collaborative culture, a career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference, invest in your career growth and join our purpose -- to make great products that create value and improve people’s lives.

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Job Category

Global Procurement & Supply Chain

Anord Mardix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Anord Mardix, you must complete the application process first).

Anord Mardix

About Anord Mardix

Anord Mardix, a Flex company, is the global leader in critical power distribution and protection. We lead through engineering excellence, driving quality, sustainability and innovation through our comprehensive product range and service offering. We work with our clients to build relationships focused on bespoke end-to-end solutions, unrivalled in the critical power industry.

Our operational and manufacturing facilities reach globally across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific employing over 1,000 highly skilled people in a comprehensive and diverse range of roles. We have the strongest leadership team in the industry, driving progress, encouraging curiosity and empowering our employees to reach their full potential.

From a story founded by two family-owned business, to now operating as a Flex-owned company. Anord Mardix has seen rapid growth as it now leads the critical power industry. Acquired in 2021, Anord Mardix is part of the Industrial business unit of Flex a $24 billion diversified manufacturer with more than 160,000 employees worldwide. Offering a strong balance sheet, a worldwide supply chain and extensive distribution network, Flex’s 100 manufacturing sites across 30 countries, allow Anord Mardix to leverage unparalleled scalability, growth and reliability.

We invest in resources; people, machinery, facilities and innovation. In tomorrow’s world, Anord Mardix will shape the infrastructure essential to all forms of digital development.

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Dundalk, IE
Year Founded
Unknown
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