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.
Preconstruction Project Manager
$100K - $120K *
Join our team as a Preconstruction Project Manager, where you'll define technical requirements for building projects, ensuring client needs are met through strategic collaboration and expert guidance...
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$90K - $100K *
Join a team that drives custom display projects from concept to production, bridging Sales and Engineering. Oversee project lifecycles, manage cross-functional collaboration, and ensure quality standa...
4 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in optimizing project management operations, ensuring timely delivery and financial performance. Drive continuous improvement and foster strong client relationships while managing a dy...
Today
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in enhancing project management efficiency and team development. Drive accountability, innovation, and financial performance while ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction in...
Reposted today
$110K - $180K *
Elevate project delivery by leading multidisciplinary teams to achieve integrated, high-quality outcomes. Drive strategic initiatives across architecture, engineering, and infrastructure, ensuring sus...
3 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Transform product strategy and performance by managing lifecycles, identifying growth opportunities, and collaborating across teams to enhance market position and profitability...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $170K *
Lead and coordinate architectural and engineering projects, ensuring client satisfaction and effective team collaboration. Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables while mentoring junior st...
1 week ago
$110K - $170K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of healthcare projects through collaboration and innovation. Lead multi-discipline teams, manage client relationships, and drive architectural and engineering exc...
1 week ago
$110K - $170K *
Unlock potential by leading multi-discipline teams to deliver innovative healthcare projects. Collaborate with clients and design teams to ensure successful project execution from planning to completi...
1 week ago
$80K - $100K *
Lead the charge in managing construction projects, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget while fostering a safety culture and collaborating with teams to deliver successful outcomes...
3 days ago
$80K - $100K *
Transform project execution by leading on-site teams, managing budgets, and ensuring safety compliance. Collaborate with senior managers to optimize construction processes and deliver successful outco...
3 days ago
$114K - $156K *
Manage and oversee Shopify development projects from inception to launch, collaborating with clients and a team of developers. Ensure quality deliverables while juggling multiple projects and adapting...
6 days ago
Project Manager, Capital Projects
$90K - $108K *
Champion capital improvement projects by managing renovations and ensuring quality outcomes. Collaborate with teams to align goals, maintain budgets, and oversee construction in occupied communities...
4 days ago
$120K - $150K *
Drive project success by leading cross-functional teams through product development, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer needs from initiation to launch, while managing risks and...
1 week ago
$120K - $150K *
Lead cross-functional projects from initiation to launch, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer requirements. Drive execution, manage risks, and facilitate decision-making across te...
1 week ago
$198K - $280K *
Join a team that's driving impactful ERP implementations and IT initiatives. You'll lead project planning, manage stakeholders, and ensure successful project execution while collaborating across multi...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Manage architectural projects from conception to completion, leading multidisciplinary teams and ensuring high-quality healthcare design solutions. Leverage expertise in project management and client...
Reposted 1 month ago
Distribution Project Planner 2
$83K - $104K *
Shape the future of utility distribution by developing strategic project plans, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with teams to deliver safe, reliable designs for gas and electric facilities from...
3 weeks ago
Planner-Scheduler (Construction Management)
$134K - $164K *
Empower project success by managing construction schedules for wastewater systems. Collaborate with contractors and teams to analyze performance, resolve delays, and ensure timely project completion w...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative IT solutions across multiple domains. Manage complex projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with client objectives while leadi...
Today
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's driving successful IT solutions through strategic project management. Oversee complex projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with client objectives while managin...
Today
$85K - $110K *
Drive project success by managing all phases from inception to completion, ensuring quality outcomes and client satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to optimize processes and maintain financial perfor...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager (Environmental)
$80K - $95K *
Drive environmental project success by managing consultants and contractors, ensuring compliance with regulations, and delivering technical accuracy in assessments and reports. Engage in fieldwork and...
6 days ago
Project Manager (Environmental)
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to environmental safety and compliance. Manage complex projects, oversee consultants, and ensure adherence to regulations while developing effective remedial action plans...
6 days ago
$85K - $95K *
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan, coordinate, and track material requirements, ensuring timely production and delivery of aircraft products while optimizing manufacturing processes and...
3 weeks 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.