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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$75K - $110K *

Accelerate project delivery by managing complex industrial and logistics projects. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure quality, timely execution, and alignment with objectives across all phas...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$143K - $163K *

Join us to lead complex rail vehicle procurement projects, ensuring successful delivery while managing schedules, budgets, and stakeholder expectations. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enh...

3 weeks ago

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

$142K - $195K *

Lead and optimize commercial interior fit-out projects, managing all phases from planning to close-out. Foster strong client relationships and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards wh...

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in program management, driving growth and customer satisfaction across the NAO region. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve financial and quality metrics while managing c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $155K *

Optimize project delivery in higher education by leading teams, managing budgets, and fostering client relationships. Drive success through effective communication and collaboration across multi-disci...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in transforming community landscapes as a Senior Planner. Drive diverse planning initiatives for public and private sectors while guiding a dedicated team to develop comprehensive stra...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $140K *

Engage with clients as a Sales Estimator, determining project costs and managing relationships. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success while adhering to financial constraints and maintaining...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Engage in project execution by monitoring construction activities, facilitating communication among stakeholders, and ensuring timely reporting of progress and risks. Collaborate with teams to maintai...

6 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering SAP projects from start to finish, overseeing cross-functional teams and ensuring seamless integration, process improvements, and global template adoption for enhanced op...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing project planning and cost control for renewable energy initiatives. Lead efforts in scheduling, compliance, and reporting to ensure project success from ince...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of complex IT projects and enterprise systems integration. Collaborate with stakeholders and vendors to ensure timely delivery, manage risks, and communicate effectively across multiple...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $170K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing renewable energy projects. Manage construction from initiation to completion, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence while collaborating with...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$144K - $170K *

Join a team that's leading the charge in renewable energy construction. Oversee multiple utility-scale projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective execution while managing contractors and stakeholder...

Charlottesville, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $180K *

Lead complex construction projects across Canada, managing schedules, budgets, and client relationships. Engage with teams to ensure successful delivery of water/wastewater and heavy civil infrastruct...

Kelowna, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $180K *

Manage complex construction projects across Canada, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder satisfaction. Collaborate with teams and clients to drive project success in water/waste...

Surrey, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive project success by leading complex infrastructure initiatives, ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction while mentoring teams and fostering a culture of excellence in the water and wast...

Reposted today

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive commercial HVAC projects from inception to completion, leading teams and stakeholders to meet project goals while ensuring safety, quality, and profitability through proactive risk management an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$57K - $107K *

Help us drive innovation by managing resources, schedules, and quality standards in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality components while adhering to...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by managing cost reporting, budgeting, and compliance across development, construction, and finance teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to provide accurate forecasts and analyse...

6 days ago

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

$90K - $135K *

Transform project delivery by leading initiatives from preconstruction to closeout, ensuring safety, quality, and financial performance while fostering strong client relationships and team collaborati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $135K *

Advance your career by leading projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards. Collaborate with teams and clients to drive successful outcomes...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading complex projects, ensuring quality delivery, and managing integrated teams. Oversee contract services, report on progress, and coordinate activities to achieve strategic go...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Oversee shipbuilding projects, ensuring compliance with technical and regulatory standards while managing engineering deliverables and guiding teams through design to delivery phases...

Levis, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $125K *

Drive the Reuse function within the Product Lifecycle team, ensuring efficient operations, stakeholder communication, and process consistency to support the mission of serving Veterans. Lead a team fo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $165K *

Engage with cross-discipline teams to coordinate intelligent models for transit and multimodal projects, ensuring compliance with design standards and effective clash detection throughout the project...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 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.