Assistant Production and Planning Manager

Job Description

Job Description We are hiring an Assistant Manager Planning for our aerospace wiring harness manufacturing division. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting end-to-end production and material planning, inventory management, and schedule adherence to meet stringent aerospace standards and customer delivery commitments. Key Responsibilities: Translate customer orders and forecasts into production and material plans Prepare weekly and monthly production schedules for wiring harness assemblies Coordinate with stores, procurement, and production teams to ensure material availability Monitor inventory levels and control excess/obsolete stock Track BOM accuracy and manage engineering change updates Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Quality, Design, Supply Chain, Logistics) to meet delivery timelines Update ERP system (SAP/MS Dynamics or equivalent) with planning and material data Generate reports and dashboards on OTIF, plan adherence, and inventory performance Ensure traceability and compliance with AS9100 and customer-specific requirements Identify and support continuous improvement initiatives in planning processes Desired Candidate Profile: 8 to 10 years of experience in production/material planning in aerospace or automotive manufacturing Strong understanding of wiring harness or electromechanical assembly processes Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics) Familiarity with aerospace standards (AS9100, first article inspection, traceability, etc.) Excellent coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills Exposure to lean manufacturing and planning best practices preferred