CVs required for Production Planner position

Generate and review production schedule in alignment with Sales’ requirements and production capacities.

Monitor production status and ensure timely stock availability for ordering

Develop and maintain production schedules to ensure timely and efficient manufacturing of  products while meeting demand forecasts.

Coordinate with Production, Engineering and Utilities departments for effective production runs and minimum losses on maintenance planning and scheduling with minimum production downtimes.

Assess production capacity and resource availability to determine the feasibility of meeting production targets and identify any potential constraints.

Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency improvements in production planning processes to enhance productivity and reduce costs.

Ensuring MSA adherence with production team

Foster strong communication channels between production, procurement, logistics, and other cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of goals and priorities

Identify potential risks to production schedules and implement contingency plans to mitigate disruptions such as equipment breakdowns, supply shortages, or quality issues.

Generate regular reports on production performance, key performance indicators (KPIs), and variance analysis to track progress against targets and identify areas for improvement.

Bachelors/MBA in supply chain Management.

Bachelors in Engineering

Ability to motivate people.

Team building and advanced coaching skills.

Strong Leadership.

Excellent interpersonal communication and listening ability.

Knowledge of production process preferably of dairy sector company.

Knowledge of safety rules.

Knowledge of analytical tools.

Computer skills.

5-8 years progressive experience in Supply Chain at FMCG Sector.

Experience in Supply Chain management.

Experience in inventory management.

Experience of warehouse/stores management.