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Manufacturing Scheduler / Coordinator

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Posted on Jun 19, 2026 by CV-Library
Leicester, Leicestershire, United Kingdom
Manufacturing
Immediate Start
£32k - £33k Annual
Contract/Project
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced and proactive Manufacturing Scheduler / Coordinator to join a world-class manufacturing team based in Leicester. This is a fixed-term contract, and plays a pivotal role in ensuring production runs smoothly, on time, and to the highest standards of luxury quality during a period of maternity cover.

You will act as the key link between internal and external craft workshops. If you have a keen eye for detail, a passion for high-end British craft skills, and a background in manufacturing coordination, this is the perfect challenge for you.

Key Responsibilities

Production Scheduling: Create, accurately maintain, and communicate a seamless production schedule for high-end furniture and lighting orders from deposit through to completion.
Workshop Coordination: Oversee workloads across both in-house and third-party workshops, ensuring orders are completed to standard and ready at least a week prior to shipping.
Quality Assurance & Inspections: Receive workshop deliveries, conduct pre-quality inspections, and schedule pre-QC site visits to remote workshops.
Financial & Stock Admin: Raise production purchase orders, approve high-value invoices in a timely manner, and provide accurate monthly output figures and third-party stock reports.
Bespoke Estimating: Provide estimated costs for custom and bespoke projects, and manage order sheets.
Relationship Management: Maintain strong working relationships with remote workshops and suppliers to ensure delivery timelines and quality benchmarks are achievable.What We Are Looking For

Industry Experience: A minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar scheduling or coordination role within a manufacturing environment.
Technical Skills: Confident working across multiple Excel files. Experience with Microsoft Office and SAP (or a similar ERP system) is an advantage.
Key Traits: A "can-do" attitude, self-motivated, and enthusiastic. You must possess a keen eye for detail and an appreciation for premium materials and craft skills.
Logistics: A full UK driving licence and a willingness to travel regularly.What's on Offer?

A competitive salary of £32,000 - £33,000.
Opportunity for it to become permanent.
What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Reference: 225272294

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Manufacturing Scheduler / Coordinator

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 19, 2026 by CV-Library

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Leicester, Leicestershire, United Kingdom
Manufacturing
Immediate Start
£32k - £33k Annual
Contract/Project
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced and proactive Manufacturing Scheduler / Coordinator to join a world-class manufacturing team based in Leicester. This is a fixed-term contract, and plays a pivotal role in ensuring production runs smoothly, on time, and to the highest standards of luxury quality during a period of maternity cover.

You will act as the key link between internal and external craft workshops. If you have a keen eye for detail, a passion for high-end British craft skills, and a background in manufacturing coordination, this is the perfect challenge for you.

Key Responsibilities

Production Scheduling: Create, accurately maintain, and communicate a seamless production schedule for high-end furniture and lighting orders from deposit through to completion.
Workshop Coordination: Oversee workloads across both in-house and third-party workshops, ensuring orders are completed to standard and ready at least a week prior to shipping.
Quality Assurance & Inspections: Receive workshop deliveries, conduct pre-quality inspections, and schedule pre-QC site visits to remote workshops.
Financial & Stock Admin: Raise production purchase orders, approve high-value invoices in a timely manner, and provide accurate monthly output figures and third-party stock reports.
Bespoke Estimating: Provide estimated costs for custom and bespoke projects, and manage order sheets.
Relationship Management: Maintain strong working relationships with remote workshops and suppliers to ensure delivery timelines and quality benchmarks are achievable.What We Are Looking For

Industry Experience: A minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar scheduling or coordination role within a manufacturing environment.
Technical Skills: Confident working across multiple Excel files. Experience with Microsoft Office and SAP (or a similar ERP system) is an advantage.
Key Traits: A "can-do" attitude, self-motivated, and enthusiastic. You must possess a keen eye for detail and an appreciation for premium materials and craft skills.
Logistics: A full UK driving licence and a willingness to travel regularly.What's on Offer?

A competitive salary of £32,000 - £33,000.
Opportunity for it to become permanent.
What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
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Reference: 225272294

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