Production Planning Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain Master Production Schedule (MPS) process to ensure production plans align with capacity and material availability and monitor actual output against the schedule.
• Update daily and weekly production schedules and reports.
• Proactively address potential issues that could affect production flow and delivery commitments.
• Monitor production status and coordinate closely with internal departments to ensure on-time delivery.
• Inventory management to ensure WIP/products are produced in line with WIP inventory target and avoid overproduction or obsolete stock.
• Control defined KPIs to achieve targets (e.g., output and OTIF) to ensure output meets plant target.
• Communicate policies, objectives, and procedures clearly to team members to ensure alignment with company strategies and goals.
• Participate in new model launch activities.
• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules and monitor results to ensure delivery to customers on time.
• Coordinate with CSU, Purchasing, Production, and Logistics teams to ensure timely availability of materials and resources.
• Monitor production progress and adjust as needed to meet deadlines.
• Analyse production data to identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements.
• Liaise with quality control to address any production issues promptly.
• Prepare regular reports on production performance for HOD and senior management.
• Perform any other tasks assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Engineering degree is an advantage.

Skills

• Proven experience in Production Planning, Production Control, and Material Control.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities; strong communication and coordination skills.
• Proficiency in computer skills: Advanced Excel, SAP, Power BI and VBA.
• Good English and negotiation skills.