Planning Manager Jobs

Planning Managers turn business goals into coordinated plans, measurable priorities, and informed decisions. Explore vetted Planning Manager opportunities on Ladders, where listed roles pay $100,000 or more. Openings may span strategic planning, business operations, supply chain, demand forecasting, financial planning, and workforce planning.

What Does a Planning Manager Do?

A Planning Manager guides planning processes that help an organization allocate resources, anticipate needs, and meet its objectives. Depending on the company and specialty, the role may involve building forecasts, analyzing performance and market data, coordinating planning cycles, managing scenarios, and presenting recommendations to senior leaders. Planning Managers often work across departments to align teams around timelines, assumptions, and business priorities.

Common Planning Manager Responsibilities

  • Develop plans, forecasts, and operating models based on business objectives and available data.
  • Monitor results, identify risks or gaps, and recommend adjustments.
  • Coordinate planning activities across functions and communicate key assumptions.
  • Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations for stakeholders and executives.
  • Lead or mentor planning professionals and improve planning tools and processes.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly look for analytical thinking, clear communication, project management, and the ability to translate complex information into practical recommendations. Relevant experience may include budgeting, forecasting, operations, supply chain, strategic planning, or business analysis. Depending on the role, employers may also value expertise with planning software, spreadsheets, data visualization, enterprise systems, and industry-specific tools. Requirements vary by position and employer.

Find Planning Manager Careers on Ladders

Browse Planning Manager jobs on Ladders to discover opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements, specialties, and employer expectations to find positions that fit your experience and career goals. New listings and responsibilities vary, so review each job description for current details.

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$115K - $186K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects within the credit card sector, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategies. Provide direction and coaching to teams while collaborating with stakeholders...

Mount Laurel, NJRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of project management by leading software implementations, enhancing efficiency, and collaborating with diverse teams. Drive success through strategic planning and effective communica...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $160K *

Join a team that's delivering innovative solutions in construction management for complex data center projects, ensuring safety, quality, and timely execution while leading a diverse on-site team acro...

Georgia, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $180K *

Elevate customer insights by translating data into actionable product capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize initiatives, enhance marketing performance, and leverage AI fo...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$175K - $185K *

Lead the strategy and development of innovative analytics and AI solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to transform complex healthcare data into actionable insights that drive measurabl...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $196K *

Champion a proactive safety culture by leading safety, health, and environmental activities for a major industrial infrastructure project. Oversee contractor performance, conduct inspections, and ensu...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$102K - $175K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative planning solutions as a Technical Product Manager. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product strategy, enhance operational stability, and deliver i...

Jacksonville, FLRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $202K *

Drive product operations excellence by leading cross-functional teams, enhancing AI integration, and optimizing UX design to ensure a seamless product development lifecycle that empowers rapid, high-q...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading product vision and strategy, driving customer insights to align with business goals. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring impactful outcomes f...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Champion the execution of facility capital improvement projects, ensuring compliance with educational policies while coordinating with stakeholders to minimize disruption and maintain project schedule...

Cary, NCRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$98K - $164K *

Transform electrical engineering workflows by leading AI-driven automation projects. Manage multiple scopes, ensuring timely delivery and quality outputs while collaborating with cross-functional team...

Markham, ONRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Join us to manage diverse construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality. Collaborate with clients, oversee project teams, and implement effective strategies to meet objectives in a remot...

Denver, CORemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $121K *

Manage logistics for a complex federal program, ensuring timely, secure delivery of assets. Lead project activities, coordinate with stakeholders, and maintain compliance while building strategic rela...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$500K+*

Lead the execution of carbon transaction advisory across LAC countries, managing senior government relationships and developing commercialization strategies to support forest protection initiatives an...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Join a fast-paced team as you shape our product direction, driving customer engagement and retention for a climate tech company focused on sustainable agriculture. Collaborate cross-functionally to de...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing a comprehensive value stream vision, driving cross-industry adoption through innovative workflows and AI-enabled experiences, while collaborating with industr...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing personnel and operational execution across critical Navy training programs. Lead multidisciplinary teams, manage contracts, and ensure successful program del...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive project success by managing complex aerospace construction initiatives. Oversee all phases from planning to completion, ensuring alignment with client objectives while fostering collaboration an...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$165K - $210K *

Drive your career forward by owning data capabilities and reporting tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product value, ensuring accurate data delivery and insights that empower c...

Nashville, TNRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$140K - $180K *

Lead transformative highway projects that enhance transportation networks and community connectivity. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success from planning through delivery...

Hartford, CTRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform production planning by leading a dynamic team to optimize non-sterile compounded production. Drive strategic planning, manage capacity, and ensure alignment with demand forecasts while foste...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead high-impact design-build projects, overseeing critical data center initiatives from inception to completion. Ensure seamless coordination across teams, maintain safety and quality standards, and...

Beverly, OHRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$175K - $225K *

Lead the charge in shaping strategic program management across a diverse client portfolio. Oversee a team of professionals to ensure excellence in execution, governance, and client engagement while dr...

Boston, MARemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$300K - $375K *

Elevate financial strategy and operations by leading a high-performing Finance team, driving capital allocation, and shaping the company's financial narrative to support growth and investor relations...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $225K *

Elevate project success by leading multidisciplinary teams in nuclear design and program management, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance across all phases of construction and operations for compl...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Planning Manager do?question toggle

    A Planning Manager leads planning activities that help an organization set priorities, forecast needs, allocate resources, and track progress. Responsibilities vary by specialty and may include strategic, business, supply chain, or financial planning.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Planning Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek relevant planning or operations experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to coordinate across teams. Some roles ask for experience with forecasting, budgeting, planning systems, or industry-specific tools.

  • Which industries hire Planning Managers?question toggle

    Planning Managers work across many industries, including technology, manufacturing, retail, healthcare, finance, logistics, and professional services. The focus of the role depends on an organization's planning needs.

  • How much do Planning Manager jobs on Ladders pay?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more. Compensation for individual Planning Manager roles varies by employer, location, experience, and responsibilities; check each listing for details.

  • How can I find the right Planning Manager role?question toggle

    Compare job descriptions for planning specialty, scope, team responsibilities, required experience, tools, location, and compensation. Focus on positions that align with your background and the type of planning work you want to lead.