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.
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
Project Controls Manager (Cost)
$130K - $165K *
Elevate project success by managing comprehensive cost controls for data center and mission-critical capital programs, ensuring accurate financial insights and proactive risk management in a dynamic e...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in managing construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring quality, safety, and client satisfaction through effective communication and proactive leadership. Collaborate...
4 days ago
Senior Manager - Demand Planning
$110K - $130K *
Optimize demand planning across product categories by transforming insights into actionable forecasts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer service and inventory productivity wh...
3 weeks ago
$165K - $215K *
Lead the lifecycle of construction projects, ensuring design, budget, and schedule alignment while managing teams and subcontractors to deliver successful outcomes on time and within budget...
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$165K - $215K *
Manage the entire lifecycle of construction projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while coordinating teams and resources effectively to achieve project goals...
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Materials Planner and Procurement Lead
$105K - $130K *
Champion end-to-end procurement by managing supplier relationships, optimizing costs, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. Drive strategic sourcing decisions to enhance supply chain efficiency a...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the execution of complex industrial projects, ensuring budget, schedule, and quality are met. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and clients to drive accountability and success from preconst...
2 weeks ago
$85K - $102K *
Lead the Planning Department to enhance strategic initiatives, oversee long-range planning, and ensure compliance with regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive mobility projects and improve...
2 weeks ago
Senior Project Controls Specialist (Scheduler)
$130K - $150K *
Unlock potential by leading project scheduling efforts for capital improvement initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams, manage timelines, and enhance project delivery while ensuring client satisfa...
6 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Shape financial strategy and drive operational excellence by leading financial planning, analysis, and reporting for a $300M manufacturing business. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance...
2 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Shape the future of multi-family residential construction by leading project execution, ensuring quality and safety compliance, and fostering collaboration among teams. Drive innovative solutions and...
4 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing campus infrastructure through effective project management. Oversee all phases of planning, design, and construction, ensuring projects meet academic and rese...
3 days ago
$88K - $105K *
Drive impactful projects by collaborating with leaders to define goals, streamline processes, and implement solutions. Utilize data-driven methods to enhance project management capacity and ensure suc...
5 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Manage diverse teams and projects to achieve goals efficiently within budgets and timelines. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure quality and safety standards in industrial electrical systems and c...
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Project Controls Manager (00612)
$125K - $178K *
Advance project delivery by leading project controls functions, ensuring effective cost management, scheduling, and risk analysis. Collaborate with teams to drive performance and continuous improvemen...
6 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of municipal water and wastewater projects. Lead strategic planning, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement from pursuit through preconstruction, ensuring successf...
4 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead project execution by coordinating logistics, managing costs, and fostering relationships with stakeholders. Drive efficiency and ensure project success through effective oversight and strategic p...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's driving project success by managing controls and performance processes for large construction projects. Leverage your expertise in cost, scheduling, and risk management to ensure ef...
1 week ago
$100K - $135K *
Unlock your potential as you lead project controls, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence across complex projects. Collaborate with teams to drive performance and foster a high-impact environm...
5 days ago
$100K - $135K *
Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in project controls, overseeing planning, cost management, and risk assessment. Lead a skilled team to ensure projects meet financial and performance goals w...
5 days ago
$100K - $135K *
Pioneer project success by leading controls management, overseeing planning, cost, and risk assessment. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely, budget-compliant project delivery while fostering a hig...
5 days ago
$100K - $135K *
Champion project success by overseeing controls, planning, and cost management. Lead a team to ensure timely, budget-compliant project delivery while collaborating with stakeholders to drive continuou...
5 days 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.