| Job Summary Production planner who manages and optimizes the manufacturing process within a company. They are responsible for creating production schedules, managing inventory, coordinating with various departments, and ensuring efficient production flow to meet customer demands and production goals. Vital role in the manufacturing process,ensuring that production runs smoothly, efficiently, and cost-effectively to meet customer demands and business objectives. |
Duties:
- Creating Production Schedules weekly, monthly, yearly.Develop and manage production schedules, considering factors like demand forecasts, material availability, and resource capacity.
- Analysing data and forecasting trends to make planning decisions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure vendor alignment with business needs.They monitor and manage inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods to prevent shortages or excess stock.
- Production planners work closely with various teams, including sales, procurement, engineering, and logistics, to ensure smooth production flow and timely delivery of products.
- They track production progress against schedules, identify and resolve production bottlenecks, and analyze production delays to improve efficiency and minimize disruptions.
- Production planners ensure that the manufacturing processes adhere to quality standards and that the final products meet the required specifications.
- They help in developing cost estimates for production and work to optimize resource utilization to minimize production costs.
- A good understanding of manufacturing processes, inventory management systems, and production planning software is often required.
Essential Skills:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Negotiation and conflict resolution skillsAnalytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional teamsStrong organizational and time management skills
- Attention to detail and accuracyAbility to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
- Inventory Management.
- Production Monitoring and Optimization.
Industrial Knowledge:
- Prior experience in production planning or a related role is often required. With manufacturing FMCG sector.
- Expert handhold on Microsoft especially Excel.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and handle pressure.
- Adherence to timeline for set goals
PROFILE:
- Minimum 5-8 years of experience in production planning and development.
- A good understanding of manufacturing processes, inventory management systems, and production planning and supply chain principles.
- Knowledge of local market trends and regulations.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with various teams and stakeholders.
- English is must