Manager - PPC (Processing)

• 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
  Ensure production planning integrates health, safety, environmental, and quality standards. Maintain accurate documentation and ensure audit-readiness. [climbtheladder.com], [craftybase.com]
  

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 environment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity.
  
• Technical Competencies
  • Advanced proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and production planning tools
  • Strong 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