Manager - Production Planning and Inventory Control (PPIC)

Production Scheduling:

Demand Alignment: Develop and manage production schedules that align with market demands, sales forecasts, and customer orders, ensuring timely and efficient production across all factories.

Resource Optimization: Optimize the use of resources, including labor, materials, and machinery, to meet production targets while minimizing costs and downtime.

Coordination: Collaborate with Factory Managers to ensure that production plans are executed effectively, addressing any scheduling conflicts or challenges that may arise.

Inventory Management:

Inventory Levels: Oversee inventory levels across all branches and manufacturing facilities, balancing supply and demand to prevent excess stock or shortages.

Stock Replenishment: Manage the replenishment process, ensuring that inventory is maintained at optimal levels to meet production and customer needs.

Inventory Accuracy: Implement and maintain accurate inventory control systems, regularly auditing stock levels and adjusting inventory practices as needed.

Process Optimization:

Efficiency Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements in production planning and inventory control to enhance overall efficiency, reduce waste, and increase throughput.

System Integration: Leverage technology and systems, such as ERP and MRP software, to streamline production and inventory management processes, ensuring real-time visibility and control.

Best Practices: Stay informed about industry best practices in production and inventory management, integrating relevant strategies and tools into BWMs operations.

Supply Chain Coordination:

Supplier Collaboration: Work closely with the Head of Procurement/Sourcing to ensure the timely availability of raw materials, coordinating deliveries with production schedules.

Logistics Management: Oversee the logistics of moving materials and finished goods between factories and branches, ensuring smooth and cost-effective distribution.

Reporting and Analytics:

KPI Monitoring: Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production efficiency, inventory turnover, and order fulfillment, providing regular reports to the COO.

Data-Driven Decisions: Use data analytics to identify trends, forecast demand, and make informed decisions about production and inventory strategies.

Performance Reporting: Prepare and present performance reports, highlighting achievements, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Sales and Operations Alignment: Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Business Analytics teams to ensure that production and inventory plans align with market demands and sales strategies.

Cost Management: Work with the Finance team to manage production and inventory costs, ensuring that operations stay within budget while meeting business objectives.

Quality Assurance: Coordinate with the Quality Assurance team to ensure that production processes meet BWMs quality standards.

Team Leadership:

Team Management: Lead and develop the PPIC team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.

Training and Development: Provide training and development opportunities to enhance the skills and knowledge of the PPIC team.

Requirements

Educational Background: Bachelor\u2019s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field. Advanced degrees or relevant certifications (eg, CPIM, CSCP) are preferred.

Experience: 10+ years of experience in production planning, inventory management, or supply chain management, with a strong background in manufacturing environments.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in production scheduling, inventory control, and ERP/MRP systems, with a solid understanding of lean manufacturing principles.

Analytical Abilities: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to drive decisions and improvements.

Leadership: Proven ability to lead and manage a team, with a focus on process optimization and operational excellence.

Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams and senior management.

Industry Knowledge: Experience in the wire mesh industry or related sectors, with an understanding of the specific challenges in production and inventory management within these environments.