Resource Planner, Manchester

We’re looking for a Resource Planner to join our large Operations department and take on an important role in coordinating the division and ensuring effective allocation of resources.

The Operations department at FourNet is our biggest division, with 80+ staff working on delivering critical services to our customers. This Resource Planner will support the Operational Leadership team to drive efficiencies in process using a Professional Services Automation (PSA) tool.

Your duties as FourNet’s Resource Planner…

Here is a list of some duties included in this role. It’s by no means an exhaustive list and we hope that, if you’re successful in this role, you’ll look to roll your sleeves, get stuck in and look for other areas where you can support with progression and improvement.

• Manage the administration of the PSA tool
• Oversee ongoing training and accreditations management for Operations team members
• Collaborate with department heads to identify and resolve resource gaps
• Prepare reports for FourNet’s SLT covering resource utilisation and performance metrics
• Monitor purchase orders
• Assist in preparing budget forecasts and analysis

Is this right for me?

You’ll be suitable for this role if you have…

• Previously worked in a resource planning role, preferably within a large operations department
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, including a sound grasp of Excel and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with PSA tools
• Exceptional organisational and communication skills

We also look for our FourNet people to display our traits and behaviours

• Focus on customers - committed to providing the best service to our customers in all that they do
• Working Together - Working co-operatively with colleagues, customers, partners, and suppliers. Gains support from others. Relationship driven and 'human.'
• Can Do Attitude - Takes personal responsibility for getting things done
• Growth - Proactively seeks ways to improve and grow the business

Why FourNet?

Aside from our reputation, commitment to employee career development, high staff retention rates and proven track record of growth and success, there's lots of reasons why you should choose FourNet for your next career opportunity. Here's just a few...

• We offer benefits like enhanced maternity pay and pension contributions
• We have a real focus on employee wellbeing and support our people with access to internal mental health first aiders and external employee assistance programmes
• We offer 25 days holiday,  plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• There's a great social side to life at FourNet, with lots of social events, volunteering opportunities and wellbeing events to get involved with
• We've grown a lot over the years, yet still maintain a friendly, supportive culture with people who genuinely care about each other and the FourNet community
• And you can take advantage of our electric vehicle scheme, cycle to work scheme, tech scheme and employee health plans

Don’t hesitate to apply for this role today if you think you’re suitable!