We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive
Production Planner
to join our Supply Chain Management team. In this role, you will be responsiblefor end-to-end production scheduling, inventory optimization, and supply chain coordination within a dynamic manufacturing environment. If you thrive in cross-functional collaboration and have knack for operational efficiency, wewant to hear from you.
Production Planning & Scheduling
Prepare and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on customer demand, delivery deadlines, material availability,and production capacity.
Prioritize production orders and release work orders to the Warehouse and Production teams for material preparation and manufacturing.
Production Monitoring & Control
Monitor daily production output against planned targets anddelivery schedules.
Track production progress, backlogs, and delivery commitments, and implement recovery plans or schedule adjustments to minimize delays.
Material & Inventory Control
Monitor raw material, component, and Work-in-Progress (WIP) inventory to ensure sufficient supply while minimizing excess stock and wastage.
Coordinate with Procurement and Warehouse teams on material replenishment, transfers, shortages, and delayed deliveries to ensure uninterrupted production.
BOM & ERP/MRP Management
Prepare, verify, and maintain accurate Production Bills of Materials (BOMs), work orders, and production planning records.
Utilize the ERP/MRP system, such as SAP, to manage production schedules, review material requirements, and generate reports.
Capacity & Inter-Company Planning
Review production capacity and coordinate production allocation across inter-company manufacturing sites, where applicable, to optimize resource utilization and meet delivery requirements.
Issue Resolution & Coordination
Work with Production, Quality, Procurement, Warehouse, ACM(Sales), and other relevant departments to resolve material shortages, quality issues, and production delays.
Monitor material delivery performance and coordinate with Procurement to address supplier-related issues affecting production.
Reporting & Performance Monitoring
Prepare production reports covering planned versus actual output, outstanding orders, backlogs, material shortages, and recovery plans.
Highlight potential delivery risks and recommend corrective actions to support timely fulfilment of customer requirements.
Other Duties
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor ormanagement.
REQUIREMENTS
Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related discipline.
Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a multinational company.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP would be an advantage.
Good organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Strong coordination, problem-solving, and analytical skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
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