Job Description: PPC Manager (Production Planning & Control)

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities

1. Production Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and implement production plans based on sales forecasts and customer orders
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules
• Ensure optimal utilization of manpower, machines, and resources
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as required

2. Material Planning & Inventory Control

• Plan raw material requirements and coordinate with procurement teams
• Maintain optimal inventory levels to avoid shortages or excess stock
• Monitor slow-moving and non-moving inventory
• Ensure timely availability of materials to meet production targets

3. Coordination & Communication

• Coordinate with Production, Purchase, Quality, Dispatch, and Sales teams
• Ensure smooth workflow between departments
• Communicate production status updates and constraints to stakeholders

4. Capacity Planning

• Analyze plant capacity and prepare capacity utilization plans
• Identify bottlenecks and recommend solutions
• Plan for machine maintenance and downtime

5. Monitoring & Reporting

• Track key metrics such as production output, efficiency, and adherence to schedule
• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly MIS reports
• Analyze variances and implement corrective actions

6. Process Improvement

• Implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices
• Improve planning accuracy and reduce production delays
• Optimize inventory turnover and reduce wastage

7. Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure adherence to company policies and quality standards
• Maintain proper documentation related to planning and scheduling

Qualifications & Skills

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Production / Industrial Management
• MBA (Operations/Supply Chain) preferred

Experience

• 5–10 years of experience in PPC within a manufacturing setup
• Experience in handling plant-level production planning

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Strong knowledge of MRP, inventory management, and supply chain processes
• Advanced Excel skills

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and coordination abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Leadership and team management skills

Preferred Industry Experience

• Engineering / Fabrication / FMCG / Chemical / Automotive manufacturing

Working Conditions

• Location: Matar, Gujarat (Plant-based role)
• May require occasional extended working hours to meet production deadlines

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• On-time production completion
• Inventory turnover ratio
• Production efficiency and capacity utilization
• Reduction in production delays and wastage