Manager - Production Planning

As a Planning Manager with 3-5 years of experience in Maharashtra (Satara), your primary responsibility will be to develop and manage detailed production schedules for gear and transmission components. You will ensure alignment with customer demands and delivery timelines by coordinating with procurement, engineering, and shop floor teams. Your role will involve optimizing resource utilization and minimizing production bottlenecks. Monitoring inventory levels, analyzing material requirements, and implementing strategies to reduce excess and obsolete stock will be crucial in this position. You will be expected to utilize ERP systems such as SAP for effective material planning, production tracking, and reporting. Implementing lean manufacturing principles to enhance production efficiency and reduce waste will also be a key aspect of your job. Your duties will include preparing and presenting regular reports on production performance, inventory status, and capacity utilization to management. To excel in this role, you must have proficiency in production planning and scheduling tools, particularly ERP systems like SAP. Strong analytical skills are essential for interpreting production data and making informed decisions. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required to effectively liaise with cross-functional teams. A good understanding of lean manufacturing principles and practices is important. Attention to detail and strong organizational abilities will also be beneficial for success in this role.,