PPC Manager

Company name : Wabtec Corporation

Industry : Railways

Position : PPC - Manager

Location : Hosur

Education : BE / B.Tech - Mech / Electrical

Note : Looking for the candidates who are experience working in Automotive OEM companies having core PPC experience

Key missions of the position:

Lead and control production planning and scheduling processes aligned with demand requirements and Master Production Schedule (MPS)

Drive capacity planning, load balancing, and resource optimization across manufacturing work centers

Ensure material availability and timely coordination with fulfillment, warehouse, and supply chain teams

Improve production adherence, OTIF performance, and execution discipline through strong control mechanisms

Optimize RM, WIP, and FG inventory levels while minimizing excess and obsolete stock

Strengthen ERP-based planning, reporting, and data-driven decision-making across PPC operations

Main responsibilities:

Production Planning & Scheduling

Lead preparation, review, and execution of production plans in alignment with demand forecasts, customer priorities, and business requirements

Ensure balanced and optimized production scheduling across work centers to maintain smooth workflow and avoid bottlenecks

Drive level loading of manufacturing activities and manage production priorities effectively

Review and approve shift plans based on available capacity, production requirements, and operational constraints

Ensure production schedules are realistic, achievable, and aligned with plant capability

Capacity & Resource Management

Own overall planning of plant capacity, including machine loading, manpower deployment, and ensuring availability of all critical resources for uninterrupted production

Monitor resource utilization and drive actions to improve productivity, throughput, and planning accuracy across manufacturing operations

Identify constraints in manufacturing capacity as well as supporting resources, and initiate corrective and long-term improvement plans

Ensure end-to-end resource availability by closely coordinating with warehouse and fulfilment teams for timely support of production requirements

Coordinate with operations, warehouse, and fulfillment teams to optimize resource utilization, minimize idle time, and maintain smooth production flow

1 - General Business

Material Planning & Availability

Ensure timely availability of raw materials, components, and supporting inputs required for uninterrupted production

Lead coordination with fulfillment, warehouse, procurement, and related functions to resolve shortages and supply constraints

Monitor inventory trends, material consumption, and planning risks to support production continuity

Drive proactive shortage management, issue escalation, and follow-up to avoid schedule slippages and delivery impact

Order Execution & Production

Oversee end-to-end execution of production orders to ensure smooth workflow across all manufacturing stages

Monitor production progress and control output to meet schedules, targets, and delivery commitments

Ensure timely resolution of shop floor issues, operational bottlenecks, and execution disruptions

Drive accountability for production performance through close coordination with production and line teams

Production Control & Performance Monitoring

Review Plan vs Actual production performance and lead detailed variance analysis on a regular basis

Monitor schedule adherence and drive corrective actions for deviations in execution

Ensure strict control over production output by coordinating with shop floor and operations teams

Track planning and execution performance indicators to improve reliability, consistency, and delivery performance

Process Improvement & Lean Initiatives

Lead lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives within the PPC and planning framework

Identify planning and execution process gaps, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities across the value chain

Drive cross-functional improvement projects focused on productivity enhancement, cost optimization, and cycle-time reduction

Promote process discipline, standardization, and operational excellence across PPC activities

1 - General Business

Systems & Data Management

Drive effective utilization of ERP and planning systems for accurate, data-driven planning and decision-making

Lead preparation of MIS reports, dashboards, and analytics for PPC and production performance tracking

Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and system discipline across all PPC processes

Use data insights to identify trends, improve planning efficiency, and support management decisions

Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Coordination

Act as a key interface between PPC, production, fulfillment, warehouse and procurement teams

Ensure alignment between demand planning, production capability, and execution readiness

Participate in SIOP / planning review discussions and ensure follow-through on execution decisions

Drive timely communication, issue resolution, and cross-functional coordination to support operational stability

Maintain overall visibility and oversight of inventory across RM, WIP, and FG by coordinating with warehouse and fulfillment teams to support effective planning and execution

People Management & Team Leadership

Lead and manage the PPC team including Deputy Managers, Engineers, and planners to ensure effective execution of planning and control activities

Allocate responsibilities, set clear objectives, and monitor team performance against defined KPIs

Coach, mentor, and develop team members to build functional capability, ownership, and succession readiness

Drive a culture of accountability, discipline, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team

Conduct regular performance reviews, provide feedback, and support capability-building initiatives

Ensure internal coordination, issue resolution, and task ownership within the PPC team