Job Title Vice President - Production Planning Control PPC Department Operations PPC Reporting To Managing Director COO Location Erode Employment Type Full-time Job Overview We are looking for an experienced and visionary Vice President - PPC to lead and oversee the entire Production Planning and Control function with a key focus on efficient yarn procurement inventory optimization vendor coordination and aligning production schedules with business objectives This is a critical leadership role requiring cross-functional coordination to ensure timely production cost efficiency and uninterrupted raw material flow across all units Key Responsibilities Strategic Planning Leadership Define and drive the overall PPC strategy aligned with business growth plans and production targets Lead and mentor the PPC team across all units including yarn procurement production scheduling and inventory control Work closely with top management on long-term capacity planning process improvement and cost control initiatives Oversee the planning and execution of short-term and long-term production schedules based on sales forecasts and market demand Yarn Procurement Supplier Management Develop and execute a strategic sourcing plan for yarn ensuring uninterrupted supply at optimal cost and quality Build and manage strategic relationships with key yarn suppliers spinners and agents Negotiate long-term contracts price agreements and credit terms with suppliers Ensure procurement aligns with production timelines technical specifications and cost targets Inventory Cost Optimization Establish inventory norms for raw materials WIP and finished goods to maintain working capital efficiency Monitor yarn consumption trends and align procurement with actual usage and forecast accuracy Minimize excess stock dead inventory and wastage through robust planning and review mechanisms Implement inventory control systems and digital tools e g ERP MRP for real-time visibility and control Production Coordination Efficiency Coordinate across departments production procurement maintenance QA to streamline plant operations Drive OTIF On-Time In-Full deliveries by balancing capacity utilization and resource planning Monitor production KPIs - productivity capacity utilization TAT Turnaround Time yield downtime etc Troubleshoot bottlenecks in supply chain and production planning to ensure agility and responsiveness Data-Driven Decision-Making Reporting Use data analytics historical trends and forecasting models to guide procurement and production decisions Generate regular reports for top management on production status yarn movement vendor performance and cost metrics Leverage digital dashboards and ERP reports to support strategic and tactical decisions Compliance Continuous Improvement Ensure compliance with internal controls procurement policies and statutory requirements Identify and implement continuous improvement projects using Lean Six Sigma or Kaizen methodologies Conduct regular reviews and audits to ensure process adherence and system effectiveness Qualifications Skills Required Bachelor s degree in Textile Technology Engineering or Supply Chain MBA preferred Minimum 15-20 years of experience in Production Planning Control in textile yarn fabric manufacturing minimum 5 years in a senior leadership role Solid technical knowledge of yarns production cycles spinning knitting weaving processes Proven track record in procurement strategy vendor development and inventory management Excellent leadership interpersonal and cross-functional coordination skills Proficient in ERP MRP systems SAP Oracle etc and advanced Excel BI tools Analytical thinker with strategic acumen and hands-on execution ability Job Type Full-time Benefits Provident Fund Work Location In person

📌 Vice President – Production Planning & Control (ppc) (Tamil Nadu)
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📍 Tamil Nadu