Planning Supervisor

Job Description

Job Title: Planning Supervisor Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Cable Manufacturing Salary: AED 7,500 per month Benefits: Food, Accommodation, and Transportation provided by the company Job Type: Full-time Job Summary: We are looking for a highly organized and experienced Planning Supervisor to oversee production planning and scheduling activities in our cable manufacturing facility in Dubai. The ideal candidate will ensure timely and efficient production while minimizing downtime, optimizing resource utilization, and coordinating closely with procurement, production, and logistics teams. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement effective production plans and schedules based on customer orders, inventory levels, and production capacity. Coordinate with the production, procurement, and logistics departments to ensure smooth workflow and timely order fulfillment. Monitor production status daily and adjust plans as necessary to meet delivery deadlines. Manage raw material planning, including inventory control and material requirement forecasting. Analyze production performance data and identify areas for process and scheduling improvements. Ensure accurate data entry and maintenance in the ERP system for planning and inventory records. Conduct regular meetings with cross-functional teams to address bottlenecks and improve planning efficiency. Support new product introductions by ensuring alignment of planning processes with product development timelines. Prepare reports on production output, plan adherence, and other KPIs for senior management. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field. 35 years of planning experience in a cable manufacturing or heavy industrial production environment. Strong understanding of production planning, inventory control, and scheduling principles. Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and MS Office (especially Excel). Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Strong communication and leadership abilities. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.