Manager PPC

Mission
§ Key missions of the position:
· Lead and strengthen production planning and scheduling processes aligned with MPS
· Drive capacity planning and resource optimization across manufacturing units
· Ensure seamless material availability through proactive coordination with Fulfillment
· Improve plant performance through inventory control and lean practices
· Enhance OTIF (On Time In Full) delivery and overall customer satisfaction
· Lead digitalization/system-driven planning processes (ERP, analytics)
Measurement
Q: Production adherence and quality compliance
C: Inventory optimization and cost efficiency
D: On-time production scheduling and delivery performance
· MPS (Master Production Schedule) Adherence
· Customer OTIF (On Time In Full)
· Plan vs Actual production performance
· Inventory turnover and accuracy
Responsibilities
Main responsibilities:
Production Planning & Scheduling
· Execution of Master Production Schedule (MPS) in alignment with demand forecasts
· Ensure optimized and balanced production scheduling across work centers
· Drive level loading and bottleneck management to improve throughput
· Approve and monitor shift plans based on capacity and priorities
Capacity & Resource Management· Oversee plant capacity planning, including machine loading and manpower utilization· Drive productivity improvements through optimal allocation of resources· Identify constraints and implement corrective/long-term capacity enhancement plans
Material Planning & Coordination
Ensure availability of raw materials and components for uninterrupted production
Lead coordination with fulfillment and warehouse teams
Drive proactive shortage management and escalation handling
Monitor inventory trends and align planning to minimize disruptions
Order Execution & Production
Oversee end-to-end execution of production activities to ensure smooth workflow across all manufacturing stages
Monitor production progress and control output to meet schedules, targets, and delivery commitments
Drive coordination with shop floor teams to resolve execution issues and maintain continuous production flow
Ensure adherence to production timelines by proactively addressing delays, bottlenecks, and operational constraints
Production Control & Performance Monitoring
Review Planned vs Actual performance and lead variance analysis
Drive corrective actions and continuous monitoring for schedule adherence
Ensure discipline in execution on the shop floor through coordination with operations teams
Inventory Management
Manage raw material (RM), work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods inventory with a focus on maintaining operational continuity
Ensure optimum stock levels are maintained by balancing production requirements with inventory holding costs and storage limitations
Work towards reducing excess and obsolete inventory through effective planning, monitoring, and control mechanisms
Process Improvement & Lean Initiatives
Lead implementation of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
Identify process inefficiencies and deploy improvement frameworks
Drive cross-functional projects for productivity and cost optimization
Systems & Data Management
Drive effective utilization of ERP and planning systems to enable accurate, data-driven production planning and decision-making
Lead development of reports, MIS dashboards, and performance analytics for monitoring key operational indicators
Ensure high standards of data accuracy, integrity, and system discipline across all PPC processes
Leverage data insights to identify gaps, improve planning efficiency, and support continuous improvement initiatives
Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Coordination
Act as a key interface between production, Fulfillment, and Warehouse
Drive alignment between demand planning and production capability
Participate in SIOP discussions and execution
People Management: YES ¨ NO ¨
If People Management, how many employees are managed? No
Number of people : Nil
Budget Management: YES ¨ NO ¨
NO
Required Candidate Profile
Education/Training
§ Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred)
§ MBA (Operations / Supply Chain) – Preferred
Professional Experience
§ 8–12 years of relevant experience in Production Planning & Control
§ Experience in manufacturing industry with exposure to ERP-based planning
Key Competences (Transversal/Professional)
Competence
Level
Production Planning & Schedul ng4
Supply Chain & Operations Management4
Digital & Systems Capability4
Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement4
People / Stakeholder Management3
Strategic Thinking3
Languages
English
Hindi
Other Specifications
Behavioural and Skills
Demonstrates strategic thinking with a strong focus on execution and alignment with business objectives
Result-oriented with a high sense of ownership and accountability in delivering outcomes
Maintains strong attention to detail with a structured and systematic approach to work
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively while working under tight deadlines
Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and effective problem-solving
Education/Training
§ Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred)
§ MBA (Operations / Supply Chain) – Preferred

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No