Job Description: Production Planning Manager
Reports to – Director of Operations
Job Summary
The Production Planning Manager is responsible for developing and executing production plans that balance
customer demand with manufacturing capacity while optimizing inventory, minimizing waste, and
maximizing operational efficiency. This role serves as the critical link between Sales, Procurement, Quality,
Engineering, and Factory Operations to ensure products are manufactured and delivered on time, in full, and
at the lowest possible cost.
Key Responsibilities
1. Master Production Planning & Scheduling
Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly Master Production Schedules (MPS) based on
demand forecasts, customer orders, and inventory targets.
Translate sales forecasts into achievable production plans while considering production constraints.
Plan manufacturing capacity by evaluating labour availability, machine utilization, and production
line capabilities.
Optimize production sequencing to reduce changeover times, cleaning requirements, and downtime.
Monitor schedule adherence and implement corrective actions to minimize production disruptions.
2. Capacity & Resource Planning
Analyse factory capacity and identify potential bottlenecks.
Coordinate production priorities to maximize line utilization and overall equipment effectiveness
(OEE).
Balance production loads across multiple manufacturing lines.
Ensure adequate labour and machine availability to meet production requirements.
3. Materials & Inventory Management
Coordinate with Procurement to ensure timely availability of raw materials and packaging materials.
Support Just-in-Time (JIT) inventory practices while maintaining production continuity.
Monitor raw material shelf life and implement FEFO/FIFO practices to minimize waste.
Maintain optimal inventory levels for raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
Reduce inventory carrying costs without compromising customer service levels.
4. Cross-Functional Coordination
Collaborate closely with Sales to understand demand fluctuations, promotions, and new product
launches.
Coordinate with Engineering to schedule preventive maintenance activities.
Work with Quality Assurance to incorporate sanitation schedules, quality holds, and compliance
requirements into production plans.
Communicate production priorities and schedule changes to relevant stakeholders.
5. Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement
Track and report key operational KPIs including:
o Schedule Adherence
o Production Attainment
o Line Utilization
o Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
o On-Time In-Full (OTIF)
o Forecast Accuracy
o Inventory Turns
o Waste and Scrap Reduction
Identify planning inefficiencies and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
Analyse production data and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce
costs.
6. Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure production plans comply with food safety regulations, GMP, HACCP, and company quality
standards.
Support business continuity planning by proactively managing supply risks and production
constraints.
Develop contingency production plans during equipment failures, material shortages, or demand
surges.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management/ BE/ B Tech/ Operations Management / Logistics,
Business Administration, or a related discipline.
Experience
Minimum 5 years of experience in production planning, supply chain, or manufacturing planning
within a food manufacturing or FMCG environment.
Proven experience managing production schedules in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
Certifications (Preferred)
APICS CPIM (Certified in Planning and Inventory Management)
APICS CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional)
Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification is an advantage.
Core Competencies
Production Planning & Scheduling
Capacity Planning
Demand Forecasting
Inventory Optimization
Supply Chain Coordination
Analytical Thinking
Problem Solving
Cross-functional Collaboration
Decision Making
Communication & Stakeholder Management
Time Management
Continuous Improvement
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Production Schedule Adherence
On-Time In-Full (OTIF) Delivery
Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
Forecast Accuracy
Production Line Utilization
Inventory Turnover
Finished Goods Availability
Manufacturing Downtime
Customer Service Level
Pay: ₹85,000.00 - ₹90,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Internet reimbursement
- Leave encashment
- Paid sick time
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
