Deputy Manager Production Planning & Supply Chain

Job Description:

Deputy Manager / Manager – Production Planning & Inventory (Contract Manufacturing)

Position Overview

• Role: Deputy Manager / Manager
• Department: Supply Chain
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• CTC Range – upto 16 LPA
• Location - Navi Mumbai

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Review Sales orders and Inventory levels to ensure availability of the RM & PM for timely production.
• Coordinate with Contract manufacturers to schedule manufacturing, filling and packing of Perfumes and Cosmetic products.
• Coordinate with internal cross-functional teams for seeking approvals on the Perfume Bulks and Stability studies.
• Coordinate with external stake holders – Contract manufacturers and Suppliers for arranging PI, PO and alignment on delivery timelines.
• Visit Plants and Suppliers as and when required for monitoring production activities and Quality compliance.
• Prepare Production and Inventory related reports to circulate regularly

Product Compliance

• Ensure strict compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Quality compliance with the set standard specifications with respect to RM, PM and Finished Goods.
• Troubleshoot production bottlenecks, workout precautionary and corrective actions in case of any discrepancy.
• Prepare Bill of Materials, Purchase requisitions and maintain records.

Inventory Management

• Oversee raw material, packaging material, and finished goods inventory levels.
• Manage stock accuracy through regular cycle counts and physical audits.
• Identify slow-moving, obsolete, or near-expiry inventory and report to management.
• Maintain optimal safety stock levels to prevent stockouts while reducing holding costs.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's or Master's degree, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or Chemistry/Pharmacy.
• Post-graduate degree or certification in Supply Chain Management (optional but preferred).

Experience

• 4 to 8 years of total experience in manufacturing operations.
• Minimum 2 to 3 years specifically in the cosmetics, personal care, pharma, FMCG
• Hands-on experience in a contract manufacturing environment dealing with multiple clients.

Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent) and advanced Excel.
• Understanding of cosmetic batch processing, filling lines, and packaging operations.
• Knowledge of GMP, ISO standards, and safety norms.
• Good communication skills for handling client queries and cross-functional teams.