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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$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading large-scale data center construction projects. Manage scope, budget, and schedules while ensuring quality and safety. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive successfu...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$132K - $185K *

Shape the future of infrastructure projects by leading recovery and rebuild initiatives. Utilize your extensive project management expertise to coordinate all phases, ensuring successful delivery and...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $125K *

Elevate your career by partnering with us to manage forest planning and stewardship. Collaborate with experts to deliver cutting permits and harvest plans while ensuring compliance with regulations an...

Golden, BCIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$131K - $172K *

Champion project governance across multiple initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards. Collaborate with diverse teams to manage resources, track progress, and communicat...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$131K - $172K *

Unlock your potential as a Project Manager, overseeing diverse IT projects while ensuring adherence to governance standards. Collaborate across departments, manage resources, and drive successful proj...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$106K - $137K *

Drive project success by managing governance, schedules, and resources across multiple initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure quality deliverables while adapting to evolving priorities...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$145K - $189K *

Join our team to lead multiple projects, ensuring adherence to governance, managing resources, and delivering quality outcomes. Collaborate across departments to drive success and navigate changing pr...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$106K - $137K *

Lead project management initiatives across diverse teams, ensuring adherence to governance, effective resource allocation, and timely delivery of project milestones while fostering collaboration and c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$106K - $137K *

Lead project management efforts across multiple initiatives, ensuring adherence to governance, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication while driving successful project delivery in a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$122K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving project success across multiple sectors. You'll manage project governance, schedules, and resources while ensuring quality deliverables and effective communicat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$131K - $172K *

Empower your career by managing diverse IT projects, ensuring governance, and driving collaboration across teams. You'll oversee schedules, resources, and deliverables while adapting to evolving prior...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$88K - $141K *

Manage end-to-end project execution within the Transformation and Optimization division, collaborating with stakeholders to deliver solutions on time and within budget while ensuring compliance with r...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading the SAP implementation journey, harmonizing global Materials Planning and Logistics processes and bridging operations, IT, and stakeholders for streamlined supply chain eff...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive impactful renovation projects across a diverse portfolio of multi-family communities. Oversee construction activities, manage contractors, and ensure quality standards while collaborating with s...

3 days ago

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

$90K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while fostering strong client relationships and team collaboration...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering projects safely and on time. Lead from preconstruction to closeout, managing schedules, budgets, and client relationships while ensuring quality and safety s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$106K - $164K *

Transform project delivery by leading healthcare architectural projects, managing budgets, schedules, and client relationships. Oversee all phases from planning to construction, ensuring quality and c...

4 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by leading critical infrastructure projects that enhance community services. Manage budgets, timelines, and stakeholder relationships while fostering a collaborative team culture f...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive successful industrial real estate projects from entitlement to lease-up. Oversee budgets, schedules, and stakeholder coordination while ensuring alignment with operational standards and local ma...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Support and manage industrial real estate development projects from entitlement to lease-up, ensuring alignment with design and operational standards while coordinating with teams and consultants to d...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive the integration of federated SSO for cloud applications, collaborating with vendors and stakeholders to streamline processes, track project progress, and enhance Azure Marketplace offerings thro...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $160K *

Transform program execution by coordinating large-scale data center initiatives, ensuring alignment across stakeholders, managing risks, and driving milestones to successful completion while fostering...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$119K - $128K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative architectural projects from design to occupancy. Collaborate with teams to develop solutions that meet client aspirations while ensuring technical excellence...

4 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock operational excellence by analyzing data to enhance performance, reduce delays, and drive efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights and improve key perf...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $105K *

Support project teams by developing and managing complex schedules using specialized planning software, ensuring effective communication and adherence to industry standards throughout all project phas...

Levis, QCIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 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.