production planning manager

Blue Star Manufacturing (Pvt) Limited

Job Title: Manager &ndash; Production Planning &amp; OperationsExperience: 4 to 5 Years Location: Sialkot Shift Timing: 09:00 AM to 06:00 PM (PKT)Job PurposeTo support the Operations Manager in overseeing end-to-end production activities. The role ensures timely, efficient, and cost-effective production by creating and executing detailed production plans, optimizing capacity utilization, monitoring WIP (Work in Progress), and maintaining effective coordination across departments to meet customer delivery deadlines.Key Responsibilities1. Operational Support<ul><li>Assist the Operations Manager in planning, organizing, and monitoring daily factory operations.</li><li>Support resource planning including manpower, machinery, and materials.</li><li>Follow up on production progress, quality checkpoints, and shipment schedules with concerned departments.</li><li>Oversee and regulate store operations including MIN, Inwards, GRN, and related documentation.</li></ul>2. Production Planning &amp; Scheduling<ul><li>Develop detailed production plans based on confirmed customer orders and available capacity.</li><li>Allocate workloads to various production lines considering efficiency, manpower, and machine availability.</li><li>Plan material procurement including BOM review, material reservation, and generating material demand for main and pre-orders.</li><li>Prepare and distribute production schedules to all relevant teams.</li><li>Prepare applied cost sheets and technical sheets for production planning.</li></ul>3. Coordination &amp; Communication<ul><li>Liaise between Operations Manager and departmental heads (Procurement, Cutting, Stitching, Finishing, QA) to ensure smooth workflow.</li><li>Maintain effective communication between production teams and supporting departments.</li><li>Participate in production meetings and provide timely updates to the Operations Manager.</li><li>Identify and communicate delays, bottlenecks, or production issues and propose corrective actions.</li></ul>4. Monitoring &amp; Production Control<ul><li>Track line performance, efficiency, delays, and downtime reasons.</li><li>Analyze production data to improve output and minimize waste.</li><li>Monitor daily production vs. plan and highlight variances.</li><li>Track WIP at each stage to ensure balanced production flow.</li><li>Maintain accurate production data including efficiency, utilization, and order status.</li><li>Generate periodic reports on production progress, capacity utilization, and delays for management review.</li></ul>5. Reporting &amp; Documentation<ul><li>Prepare weekly production status and performance reports for the Operations Manager.</li><li>Ensure adherence to company SOPs, compliance standards, and safety guidelines.</li></ul>6. Continuous Improvement<ul><li>Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost optimization.</li><li>Support the implementation of Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles.</li><li>Evaluate production performance and recommend process enhancements.</li><li>Participate in root cause analysis for production losses, rejections, or quality deviations.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Skills Required<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or related field.</li><li>4&ndash;5 years of experience in production planning and factory operations, ideally in manufacturing or industrial setups.</li><li>Strong understanding of capacity planning, WIP management, and production workflows.</li><li>Excellent coordination, communication, and decision-making skills.</li><li>Proficiency in MS Office, ERP systems, and production planning tools.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeApplication Question(s):<ul><li>Do you have experience in production planning and control?</li><li>How much experience you have?</li><li>What is your qualification?</li><li>Are you comfortable working from Sialkot?</li><li>What is your current salary?</li><li>What is your expected salary?</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Manager Production Planning and Operations

Reliance Industries Limited

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 Manager Production Planning &amp; Scheduling
 
 
 
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 Review production and consumption variance &amp; identify improvement opportunities / actions
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 Ensure model updation in APO based on the deviation between predicted vs. actual performance.
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 Finalise Lighter age vessel plan.
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 Coordinate with various business groups, procurement &amp; other sites to manage the site requirements on production &amp; consumption fronts.
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 Develop emergency plans to mitigate the any unforeseen events for raw material supply and product dispatch.
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 Coordinate with the other sites, refineries &amp; pipe line operation for inter-site raw material &amp; product (as applicable).
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 Develop site inventory management strategy (LOL, UOL &amp; MOL &amp; MOR) and methodology to maintain optimum inventory- of raw materials, bulk chemicals, intermediates &amp; products.
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 Ensure 100% automated input to Sigma fine, PAS.
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 Finalize Annual Production Plan for the site.
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 Finalize MIS reports for Top Managements review
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 Identify opportunities for developing alternate feedstock/raw material in coordination with the business group.
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 Monitor prices of raw materials, products, fuels &amp; utilities etc. to identify profit maximization opportunities.
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Manager Production Planning & Scheduling

PacmanCCL Labels

This position is responsible for ensuring that productions are efficiently &amp; effectively (in terms of cost) scheduled on the basis of Sales Forecast/General Sales Trend/Seasonal requirements and communicate the plans or changes to both Production, Sales and Management.Production Planning1. Plan and prioritize operations as per customer demand/orders and ensure maximum production is delivered with minimum delay.2. Determine equipment and Packing materials needed to cover production demand.3. Coordinate production workflow for multiple machines i.e. Printing and Slitting Machines.4. Coordinate material movement between supply chain and production activities.5. Monitor jobs to ensure they will finish on time and address issues when they arise aiming for minimum disruption6. Draw up production schedule and prioritize job-orders for production optimization.7. Obtain output information (number of finished labels, number of rejected labels etc). Prepare and submit status and performance reports Planning Manager and Management.8. Fulfill delivery commitments by coordinating scheduling activities with the production team9. Communicate delivery dates to Sales and ensure delivery of FGL&rsquo;s in a timely manner.Reporting &amp; SAP1. Complete status reports for production progress (Work Orders), work in process, and packing of FGL&rsquo;s.2. Update relevant Material Master, Production Plan and Production Planning Sheets/ Report.Operational Efficiency1. Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and cost reduction.2. Plan effectively to reduce wastages (optimizing trims and sequential color changes at Printing Machines and slitting machines)3. Channelize continual improvement techniques to make processes more efficient and lower costs at the shop floor.Job Type: Full-timePay: From Rs150,000.00 per monthApplication Question(s):<ul><li>What is your last salary drawn?</li><li>What is your expected salary?</li><li>How soon can join, notice period days?</li><li>What is the level of Proficiency in MS Office?</li><li>Know-how and hands on experience on data management &amp; data analysis, Power BI etc. </li></ul>Education:<ul><li>Master's (Required)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Production-Planning: 3 years (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Assistant Manager Production - Planning

Sheikh of Sialkot (PVT) LTD

Job Description:The PPC Manager will oversee the complete production planning and control process for the textile factory. The role includes planning production schedules, coordinating with all departments, monitoring WIP, ensuring on-time order execution, optimizing capacity and workflow, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The position requires strong analytical skills, data management, and the ability to manage multiple orders under tight deadlines.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Develop daily, weekly, and monthly production plans based on order requirements and machine capacity.</li><li>Monitor WIP (Work in Process) across all production stages to ensure smooth flow.</li><li>Coordinate with merchandising, production, quality, procurement, and maintenance departments.</li><li>Track each order from fabric issuance to dispatch and ensure timely completion.</li><li>Identify bottlenecks, delays, and capacity issues and implement corrective actions.</li><li>Maintain accurate PPC documentation, T&amp;A plans, daily reports, and order status sheets.</li><li>Analyze production data, identify gaps, and recommend workflow improvements.</li><li>Ensure timely availability of raw materials, trims, and accessories.</li><li>Prepare KPI reports for management, including output, lead time, and capacity utilization.</li><li>Optimize production efficiency, reduce waste, and support continuous improvement activities.</li><li>Lead and train the PPC team to strengthen planning accuracy and execution.</li><li>Manage risk factors such as machine breakdowns, shortages, or sudden changes in priorities.</li><li>Monitor machine capacity utilization and production cost efficiency.</li><li>Support lean manufacturing and sustainability initiatives in production processes.</li></ul>Requirements:5&ndash;6 years of proven experience in PPC within a textile or garment manufacturing environment.Strong knowledge of production processes, capacity planning, and workflow management.Excellent command of MS Excel, ERP systems, and planning tools.Strong analytical, numerical, and decision-making skills.Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and manage strict deadlines.Strong communication and coordination skills.Leadership abilities with experience in supervising PPC staff.Job Type: Full-timePay: Rs160,000.00 - Rs185,000.00 per monthEducation:<ul><li>Bachelor's (Required)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>PPC Manager: 6 years (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

PPC Manager- Production Planning & Control (Lahore)

KSB Company

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 About The Job
 
 
 
 KSB is a leading supplier of pumps, valves and related services. Our reliable, high-efficiency products are used in applications wherever fluids need to be transported or shut off, covering everything from building services, industry and water transport to waste water treatment, power plant processes and mining. Founded in 1871 in Frankenthal, Germany, the company has a presence on all continents with its own sales and marketing organizations and manufacturing facilities. Around the globe, more than 190 service centers and around 3,500 service specialists are on hand to provide local inspection, service, maintenance and repair services under the KSB SupremeServ brand. Innovative technology that is the fruit of KSB&rsquo;s research and development activities forms the basis for the company&rsquo;s success.
 
 
 At KSB, we recognize that it is people who make the difference &ndash; the people we employ and the people we serve. This is why we are committed to equal rights and treatment worldwide and never lose sight of the aspects of ecology and sustainability when manufacturing our products.
 
 
 
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 Manager &ndash; Production Planning, Control &amp; Stores
 
 
 
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 Planning
 
 
 
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 We are looking for an experienced Manager &ndash; Production Planning, Control &amp; Stores to oversee end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of production and inventory operations. This role ensures customer requirements are translated into timely deliveries, optimizes resources for smooth operations. The ideal candidate will also play a key role in developing teams, managing ERP-based systems, and driving operational excellence while upholding safety and compliance standards.
 
 
 
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 Optimize time and cost of production through effective inventory management and process improvements.
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 Enhance production planning functions using ERP systems.
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 Build and maintain strong customer relationships through factory visits, witness tests, and timely responses to queries.
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 Ensure adherence to production schedules and delivery commitments.
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 Manage all activities related to Production Planning, Control, and Stores.
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 Monitor timely delivery of products, pumps, and spare parts in line with pre-sales and aftermarket schedules.
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 Maintain optimal inventory levels in collaboration with the materials department, minimizing costs without impacting delivery.
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 Develop and empower team members to manage critical functions independently.
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 Identify training needs, implement learning programs, and foster continuous professional growth.
 
 
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 Education: BSc / MSc in Mechanical Engineering
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 Strong ERP/MRP knowledge (SAP mandatory)
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 In-depth expertise in production planning, stores, and project/shop floor processes
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 Cross-functional exposure across multiple departments
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 Strong analytical, problem-solving, and coordination skills
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 Production Scheduling &amp; Coordination
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 Inventory &amp; Stores Operations
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 Data Analysis &amp; Reporting
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 Communication &amp; Collaboration
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 Process Orientation &amp; Attention to Detail
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 Persuasion &amp; Conflict Management
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 Internal Stakeholder Management
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 Competitive salary and benefits package.
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 Why Join Us?
 
 
 
 If you are seeking a challenging opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic and supportive organization, we encourage you to apply and Transform Your Career with Us.
 
 
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Manager – Production Planning, Control & Stores

Activ8 Chicago

An international automotive parts manufacturing company is currently searching for an experienced Materials Manager to join their facility in the Findlay, Ohio area. The ideal candidate will have at least 5-10 years&rsquo; production planning and inventory management experience in an industrial environment, and a positive, team-oriented mindset. This is a full-time and direct hire position with a comprehensive benefits package.Materials Manager Responsibilities Include:<ul><li>Oversee purchasing and procurement activities, and communicate with suppliers regarding active orders, logistics tracking, issues with products</li><li>Act as a point of contact for customers and suppliers regarding project status and inventory needs</li><li>Leadership of production control, logistics, and purchasing employees; participate in hiring, and provide training, mentorship, and performance reviews to associates</li><li>Receive and compare quotations from suppliers, analyze supplier pricing, production costs, etc. to reduce company expenses and improve supplier quality</li><li>Collaborate with production and product development departments by analyzing production needs, such as equipment, materials, etc.</li><li>Collaborate with other departments to determine future needs for materials / equipment / etc.</li><li>Other duties as assigned</li></ul>Materials Manager Requirements Include:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a Business, Supply Chain, or similar field required</li><li>Minimum 5-10 years&rsquo; work experience in production planning, inventory control, etc. Specific experience in the automotive manufacturing industry is preferred</li><li>Established experience with employee supervision and leadership</li><li>Strong communication and collaboration ability in a multicultural environment</li><li>Must be able to utilize ERP Systems</li><li>Good computer skills with specific proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications</li><li>While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, lift in excess of 25 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.</li></ul>Activ8 Recruitment &amp; Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food &amp; Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil &amp; Gas, Banking &amp; Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you&rsquo;re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates.We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.Job Type: Full-timePay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Materials Manager- Automotive Parts Manufacturer (35450)

Riyadh Air

<div>About the Company:

Riyadh Air (RX), headquartered in the Saudi Capital, is the new national airline that's shaping the future of flying. It seeks to lead the aviation industry by transforming Saudi Arabia into a global aviation and trade hub &ndash; a digitally native airline that will connect the kingdom to more than 100 destinations.
About the Role:

Are you passionate about optimizing maintenance operations and driving operational excellence through strategic production planning? 
You will provide all Production Planning functions in support of Line &amp; Light Maintenance to ensure operational and cost optimization, helping maintain a safe, compliant, sustainable, and operationally world-class airline. 
In this role, you will develop production schedules and work programs including allocation of facilities, manpower, parts, materials, tooling lists, third-party services, and specialized resources to ensure operational and cost optimization for best-in-class fleet performance. You will prepare work scopes including analysis of special tasks and management of project timelines, while identifying complex, safety-critical, and critical path tasks. 
You can expect to contribute to daily meetings with relevant stakeholders to confirm work programming and provide status updates, assist the Production Planning Manager with daily operations, and support Production operation queries. You'll maintain strong working relationships and data sharing with Maintenance Planning teams to ensure ongoing fleet maintenance and performance is optimal, while supporting appropriate team interfaces for 24/7 uninterrupted operations. 
This is a critical role where your planning expertise will directly enhance operational efficiency, fleet performance, and Riyadh Air's commitment to world-class maintenance standards.
About You:

AME/A&amp;P License holder or equivalent qualification in Aviation, Engineering, or other relevant field, you will demonstrate 5+ years of progressive experience in aviation maintenance or planning roles, with hands-on experience in aircraft maintenance Production Planning, modifications, upgrade programs, and project management. 
You are expected to possess strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities, with proven ability to manage complex work scopes and identify critical path tasks. You will bring exceptional attention to detail, excellent interpersonal skills, and the adaptability to thrive in an evolving, fast-paced environment while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. 
We'd love to hear from you even more if you possess demonstrated experience with AMOS software, proficiency in both English and Arabic, and a track record of contributing to maintenance planning teams that exceed business plan and KPI requirements. 
This is your opportunity to shape the future of air travel. Bring your best and show us why you can own this position within Riyadh Air.
Please submit your application by clicking on the Apply button. Our Talent Acquisition team will be reviewing applications shortly.</div>

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