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.
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.
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.
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.
$115K - $140K *
Transform project management by leading complex real estate initiatives, ensuring seamless collaboration between teams, and driving strategic objectives to successful completion. Your expertise will s...
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$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by managing healthcare construction projects from initiation to completion. Collaborate with clients to define project scope, resources, and budgets while ensuring quality and risk ma...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive large-scale construction projects by managing stakeholders, ensuring compliance, and delivering excellence. Oversee project governance, track milestones, and enhance processes while fostering cl...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Join us to manage large-scale construction projects, ensuring compliance and governance while fostering collaboration among stakeholders. Drive project success through effective communication, analysi...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Transform healthcare project management by leading complex construction initiatives. Collaborate with clients to ensure project success from planning to completion, while managing resources, budgets...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Drive the future of product management by leading cross-functional teams, defining roadmaps, and maximizing product value through strategic planning and execution. Collaborate closely with stakeholder...
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Program Planning & Control Manager
$109K - $150K *
Elevate your career by driving aerospace program planning, ensuring compliance with Earned Value Management Systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to manage baselines, budgets, and performance metric...
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$95K - $115K *
Drive project excellence in data center operations through effective lifecycle management, ensuring safety, quality, and fiscal responsibility while fostering cross-functional collaboration and innova...
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Transform data into actionable insights as a City Research Scientist-II. Lead analyses of large datasets, support performance management, and enhance agency initiatives through innovative reporting an...
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$85K - $100K *
Unlock potential by leading yard operations, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring safety compliance. Drive team performance and optimize resources while managing facilities and inventory in a dynamic en...
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Project Manager (Capital Project)
$178K - $195K *
Lead critical recovery and rebuild projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and stakeholder needs while coordinating with various agencies and contractors in a fas...
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$180K - $210K *
Shape the future of project management by leading controls initiatives, guiding teams in budgeting, scheduling, and risk management, while ensuring project success through data analysis and strategic...
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$180K - $220K *
Take ownership of project controls activities across complex capital and infrastructure projects. Lead cost management, scheduling, risk analysis, and reporting to ensure successful project delivery a...
1 week ago
$125K - $150K *
Join us in leading planning and scheduling for major LNG projects, ensuring construction readiness and effective integration of engineering and procurement. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive pro...
3 weeks ago
Medical Planner - Architecture
$70K - $135K *
Unlock your potential by collaborating with healthcare leaders to design innovative planning solutions that enhance patient care and operational efficiency. Join a dynamic team dedicated to transformi...
2 weeks ago
Medical Planner - Architecture
$70K - $135K *
Shape the future of healthcare design by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative planning solutions that enhance patient care and operational efficiency in medical facilities...
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Medical Planner - Architecture
$70K - $135K *
Advance healthcare design by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create innovative planning solutions that enhance patient care and operational efficiency in evolving medical environments...
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$92K - $120K *
Drive program management for tooling projects, ensuring quality, cost, and delivery meet customer expectations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve successful launches and contin...
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Project Controls Manager (Cost)
$130K - $165K *
Unlock potential by managing cost controls for complex construction projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver accurate financial insights, mitigate risks, and support informed decis...
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Project Controls Manager (Cost)
$130K - $165K *
Join a team that's dedicated to managing cost controls for complex construction projects. Leverage your expertise to deliver financial insights, mitigate risks, and support decision-making in a dynami...
1 week ago
Project Controls Manager (Cost)
$130K - $165K *
Accelerate your career by managing cost controls for complex construction projects. Leverage your expertise to deliver financial insights, mitigate risks, and support decision-making in a dynamic, rem...
1 week ago
Project Controls Manager (Cost)
$130K - $165K *
Drive financial accuracy and risk management in construction cost controls for data center projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure effective budget management and reporting in a fast-paced...
1 week ago
Project Controls Manager (Cost)
$130K - $165K *
Lead the charge in managing cost controls for complex construction projects, ensuring accurate financial insights and risk identification. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support data cente...
1 week ago
Project Controls Manager (Cost)
$130K - $165K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of construction cost management. In this role, you'll oversee financial controls for critical projects, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting while collaborating...
1 week ago
Project Controls Manager (Cost)
$130K - $165K *
Lead the charge in managing cost controls for complex construction projects, ensuring accurate financial insights and risk identification. Collaborate with diverse teams to support informed decision-m...
1 week ago
What does a Planning Manager do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.