- Production Scheduling & Capacity Planning
Develop, implement, and maintain detailed production schedules based on demand forecasts and processing capacity. Adjust workflows dynamically to accommodate shifts in customer orders, resource availability, or disruptions.

- Inventory & Materials Coordination
Coordinate with procurement and warehouse teams to ensure raw material availability and control work-in-progress (WIP) inventories. Monitor stock levels to prevent overstocking or shortages.

- Process Optimization & Bottleneck Resolution
Analyze production data and identify bottlenecks in processing. Implement continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., Lean, Kaizen) to enhance throughput, reduce waste, and lower costs.

- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Liaise closely with procurement, processing operations, quality assurance, and logistics to streamline end-to-end workflows, ensure compliance with safety/regulatory standards, and meet production targets.

- Technology & Systems Management
Manage ERP/MRP systems and production planning software. Ensure data accuracy and system-driven control over schedules, materials, and reporting activities.

- Reporting & Performance Tracking
Track KPIs such as throughput, inventory turnover, schedule adherence, and production costs. Prepare and present performance reports and recommendations to senior management.

- Team Leadership & Training
Lead and develop a team of planners or schedulers. Mentor staff on best practices, tools, and continuous improvement methodologies.

- Regulatory Compliance & Safety




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Qualifications & Experience

- Education
Bachelors degree in Textile, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related discipline; advanced degree or professional certifications

- Experience
2+ years of production or capacity planning experience within a processing or manufacturing setting, with at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity.

- Technical Competencies
• Advanced proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and production planning tools
• Solid analytical skills; experience with Excel, data analysis, and KPI management
• Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing, Kaizen, and process improvement techniques.

- Soft Skills
• Excellent communication and cross-functional coordination skills
• Leadership and team development capabilities
• Problem-solving aptitude and resilience under operational pressure.

Tools & Technologies

- ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, BPCS, or similar)
- Production planning and scheduling tools
- MS Excel and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
- Continuous improvement frameworks (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen)

Attributes & Competencies

- Data-driven decision-maker with sharp analytical and quantitative skills
- Strategic mindset to align process planning with organizational goals
- Adaptable leader capable of managing shifting priorities
- Operational discipline with strong attention to detail

📌 Deputy Manager - PPC (Ahmedabad)
🏢 Arvind
📍 Ahmedabad