Head Production Planning

Job Description

The role holder would be responsible for production planning, scheduling, and inventory management to meet production targets and minimize costs. The role holder would also be responsible for collaborating with the sales and marketing team to improve demand forecasting accuracy and reducing lead times. Role & responsibilities: Strategy: Providing direction to achieve the desired long-term and short-term objectives. Develop and execute a strategic plan to improve OTIF performance by ensuring that products are delivered to customers on time and in the quantities ordered. Implement robust order tracking and monitoring systems to reduce late deliveries. Operations: Executing the strategies to achieve the business goals. Develop and manage dispatch plans that align with production schedules, customer orders, and inventory levels. Address any discrepancies or delays promptly to minimize disruptions in the supply chain. Streamline the Sales Order (SO) to Purchase Order (PO) process to reduce lead time. Implement automation and digital tools to expedite the conversion of SOs into POs Preferred candidate profile Qualification: BA/BBA in operations management, SCM or a related field MA/ MBA/ PGDM in operations management, SCM or a related field Proven experience in production planning, inventory control, and supply chain management Certifications like APICS, CPIM+I13 Skills and Competencies: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Proven track record of optimizing production and inventory management processes. Proficiency in production planning and inventory management software and tools.