AM PPIC (Production Planning & Inventory Control)

Job Description

Job Summary This position is responsible for production planning and ensuring seamless coordination between Sales, Customer Service, and Production teams to deliver efficient service and optimized inventory management aligned with organizational goals. The role involves effective planning to sustain demand and supply while maintaining OTIF delivery performance. Roles & Responsibilities Align daily work with IFFCO’s vision and values. Prepare and release monthly and weekly production plans across 3 sites, ensuring timely output and efficient resource utilization. Analyze capacity constraints (short- and long-term) and develop mitigation strategies. Finalize detailed production schedules per line, minimizing changeover and downtime while aligning with dispatch priorities. Run MRP and communicate material requirements (short/long-term) to Procurement. Coordinate with Warehouse and Procurement teams to ensure RMPM availability and proactively adjust schedules in case of shortages. Monitor and optimize production schedules based on sales forecasts, confirmed orders, and plant capacity. Track and improve key KPIs: OTIF, forecast accuracy, inventory turnover, and production adherence using ERP systems. Ensure availability of resources – machines, manpower, and materials – for effective plan execution. Integrate preventive maintenance into production schedules in coordination with the Maintenance team. Support NPD and product modifications in collaboration with Marketing and R&D teams. Leverage data and analytics for continuous improvement in planning and control. Participate in lean manufacturing and CI initiatives to reduce waste and lead times. Analyze PPC compliance reports and log exceptions in EBS for visibility. Drive the operational execution of the S&OP process and lead monthly meetings. Drive automation initiatives in planning processes using digital tools, dashboards, and BI systems Support contingency planning to address supply disruptions, plant downtime, or demand spikes. Mentor and guide site specific Schedulers and promote best practices across locations KPIs Inventory Turnover FG freshness Production Plan Compliance (%) Timely Release of Production Plan in SAP OTIF Delivery Performance Work experience requirement 8-12 years of functional experience in production planning & inventory control in reputed FMCG or manufacturing companies. Qualification Bachelor’s Degree (BA/B.Com) & MBA in Supply Chain, Operations, or related field. Competencies Supply Chain Management Principles Demand Planning Supply Chain Planning Manufacturing Operations and Industry Practices Capacity Planning and Operational Efficiencies Communicating effectively Driving Results Self and Team Management Planning & Decision Making Customer Centricity Ownership & Result Orientation Business Unit: Pristine Ingredients (PIPL) Business Group: Bakery (BK01)