Assistant Manager – PPC (Production Planning & Control)
Core
Oversee and optimize manufacturing operations by creating production schedules, managing inventory, and ensuring timely delivery of goods.
Role type
Assistant Manager, Production Planning & Control
Builds
Production schedules, work orders, and inventory levels for manufacturing departments
Domain
Manufacturing / Production Planning
Required skills
Production planning and scheduling, Material requirements planning (MRP), Inventory management, ERP systems, MS Excel and data analysis, Capacity planning, Problem-solving, Communication and team coordination, Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Kaizen practices
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
ERP systems, MS Excel
Responsibilities
Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production plans based on customer requirements and sales forecasts; Develop and release work orders to manufacturing departments; Monitor production schedules and track progress to ensure adherence to delivery commitments; Coordinate with Production, Purchase, Stores, Quality, and Projects departments; Track production progress and analyze capacity utilization to avoid bottlenecks; Monitor raw material availability and maintain optimum inventory levels; Ensure on-time delivery and coordinate dispatch priorities; Update production planning data in ERP systems and generate MIS reports; Implement Lean Manufacturing and Kaizen practices to improve productivity.
