Master Production Scheduler

Safran Helicopter Engines is the world's leading manufacturer of helicopter engines, with more than 75,000 produced since being founded. It offers the widest range of helicopter turboshafts in the world and has more than 2,500 customers in 155 countries.

Master Production Scheduler
Fareham

Skills:
- Degree‑level education in a relevant field
- APICS CPIM or commitment to achieve it
- Strong ERP/MRP experience
- Deep understanding of MPS, CRP, and S&OP
- Experience in aerospace/defence/automotive or similar regulated sector
- Excellent Excel and analytical capability

Your role:

Be the heartbeat of production planning at Safran Helicopter Engines UK.

We're creating a brand‑new Master Production Scheduler role to bring clarity, control, and long‑term planning discipline to a highly complex aerospace manufacturing environment. With long lead times, multi‑level BOMs, and specialised constrained resources, we need someone who can turn demand signals into a stable, achievable production plan.

You'll develop and own the Master Production Schedule, ensuring we deliver to our customers on time and at the highest quality. This is a rare opportunity to build a critical function from the ground up and directly influence delivery performance, cost, and customer satisfaction.

Essential Candidate Requirements
Degree‑level qualification (or equivalent) in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.
APICS CPIM (Certified in Planning and Inventory Management) or equivalent professional planning certification, or a clear commitment to obtain it within 12 months of appointment.

Technical & Functional Expertise
Strong working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Infor LN/M3 or similar) within a manufacturing environment.

Demonstrable understanding of:

Master Production Scheduling (MPS)
Demand management
Capacity Requirements Planning (CRP)
Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes

Solid understanding of Bills of Materials (BOMs), routings, lead times, and manufacturing work orders.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, scenario modelling) and competent use of the wider MS Office suite, including Power BI.

Industry Experience
Minimum 3-5 years' experience as a Production Scheduler, Master Scheduler, or Planning Analyst in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Proven experience within aerospace, defence, automotive, or similarly regulated sectors, with working knowledge of AS9100, ITAR, or Export Control requirements.

Core Competencies
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable production plans.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Strong communication skills, capable of working effectively with cross‑functional teams including operations, supply chain, engineering, and quality.
High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in planning and data management.

Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you-both in and out of work, including:

- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with extra days at key service milestones (5, 10, 20, 30, 40 years)
- Flexitime with the chance to finish early on Fridays (role dependent)
- Onsite amenities: free parking, canteen with subsidised lunch, barista coffee, bike storage, and showers
- 7% company pension contribution from day one
- Health Cash Plan after probation
- Enhanced family friendly benefits (maternity, paternity), and employee assistance programme
- Share purchase scheme after three months' service
- Up to 5% annual bonus
- Company sick pay
- Access to a benefits portal: life assurance, cycle to work, retail discounts, healthcare, wellbeing, lifestyle benefits and more
- Green Travel Scheme: earn points for sustainable commuting, redeemable for Amazon vouchers
- Development opportunities through Safran University and internal training
- Salary sacrifice schemes, including Cycle to Work and Octopus EV (after probation)
- Involvement in sustainability, charity, volunteering, and networks including Diversity@Safran, Women@Safran, and our Men's Health Network
- Plus further opportunities when you join our team.

Here, we craft excellence together.

If you're ready to take your career to new heights and be part of a company that's crafting the future of flight, apply today.

Why Safran?

A global presence: Be part of a global aerospace, defence & space business with over 100,000 Colleagues, across 300 sites in 30 countries.

Inclusive & empowering environment: We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success.