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.
$85K - $100K *
Lead multi-family residential construction projects, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance while collaborating with teams to innovate and execute effectively. Drive project success through proactiv...
4 days ago
Project Manager, Mechanical Construction
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in managing mechanical construction projects, ensuring timely delivery, safety, and budget adherence while fostering strong relationships with clients and teams to achieve exceptional...
1 week ago
Project Manager, Mechanical Construction
$90K - $110K *
Join a dynamic team to lead mechanical construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and safety. Drive project success through effective management, collaboration, and innovative solutions while fos...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Manage the end-to-end delivery of social-first influencer marketing campaigns. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely, on-budget execution while maintaining high-quality standards an...
1 week ago
PLACA (Lands Permits and Approval) Stakeholder Manager
$80K - $125K *
Accelerate your career by managing environmental permits and stakeholder engagement for critical terminal construction projects. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure timely, compliant execution of pe...
Reposted 1 week ago
$130K - $145K *
Deliver comprehensive application development and digital transformation projects, managing scope, timelines, and resources while ensuring client satisfaction and compliance with quality standards acr...
5 days ago
Project Manager, Variable Team
$125K - $140K *
Take ownership of project management for real estate initiatives, guiding projects from conception to completion. Collaborate with clients to develop plans, manage resources, and ensure quality delive...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager, Variable Team
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading high-impact construction projects, managing diverse teams and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and compliance with design standards. Drive project success through str...
3 weeks ago
Planning Manager/Master Scheduler
$111K - $126K *
Join us in leading operations and MRP functions in a dynamic semiconductor manufacturing environment. Coordinate planning, optimize resources, and enhance productivity while ensuring exceptional custo...
1 month ago
Project Manager - FCSWG, AIP/NDS
$118K - $128K *
Drive program success by leading planning, execution, and coordination within the Fire Control organization, integrating Earned Value Management and stakeholder collaboration to achieve objectives and...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in managing complex bridge projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction while developing into a leadership role within the Structures Group o...
3 weeks ago
Executive Director, Design and Project Management
$150K - $180K *
Transform urban spaces by leading design and construction projects across City properties. Oversee project teams, manage budgets, and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure successful execution of age...
6 days ago
$130K - $200K *
Grow your career with a dynamic team managing commercial construction projects. Oversee budgets, schedules, and stakeholder relationships while driving tenant improvements and renovations in a fast-pa...
1 week ago
Design Manager - EPC Utility Scale Storage
$100K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team to enhance profitability through the design and development of large-scale energy storage projects, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance while managing engineering activities a...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, Project Management
$139K - $196K *
Lead the charge in managing complex cross-functional projects, ensuring alignment among stakeholders and driving decision-making for successful program execution from concept to commercialization...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the future of AI deployments by managing end-to-end projects in high-traffic venues. Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to ensure seamless installations, driving success through effecti...
4 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Manage and supervise contractor personnel while overseeing complex project tasks. Ensure effective communication with clients and maintain schedule and cost control. Play a key role in training and qu...
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$100K - $120K *
Unlock your potential as a Technical Project Manager, driving software delivery timelines and ensuring seamless project execution with engineering and product teams. Foster strong stakeholder relation...
4 days ago
$177K - $234K *
Lead project governance and management excellence across diverse environmental projects. Drive consistency, accountability, and performance while supporting teams with tools and insights for successfu...
1 week ago
$85K - $115K *
Drive project success by managing timelines, budgets, and client relationships. Collaborate with creative teams to ensure efficient delivery while navigating challenges and maintaining high-quality st...
5 days ago
$102K - $153K *
Lead cross-functional collaboration to optimize planning processes, ensuring customer satisfaction and operational excellence while developing team capabilities and adhering to core values...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager, Major Capital Projects
$88K - $105K *
Lead major capital projects across a national multifamily portfolio, managing complex initiatives from concept to completion while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance asset performanc...
6 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by leading impactful land development projects, managing design and permitting processes, and fostering client relationships while mentoring engineering talent in a collaborative envi...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead complex commercial construction projects, ensuring effective communication, cost management, and stakeholder satisfaction across all phases from initiation to closure...
Reposted 6 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Empower our team to drive cross-functional IT projects, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder satisfaction. Collaborate with management to define project goals, manage resources, and enhance effici...
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.