Technical Manager

Position Summary

The Material, BOM & Packaging Planner is responsible for preparing the complete project-wise Bill of Materials (BOM) and detailed Packaging List for dispatch. This role requires close coordination with the Technical and Design teams to ensure that every cooling tower order is technically correct, complete, and ready for seamless dispatch.

Key Responsibilities

1. Coordination with Technical & Design Teams

• Work closely with the Technical and Design Departments for BOM preparation, design clarifications, and technical accuracy.
• Share Sales Order details, CT model, customer specifications, site conditions, and special requirements with Design immediately after order confirmation.
• Follow up for GA drawings, foundation drawings, and BOM release as per project timelines.
• Verify that the model, capacity, MOC, fan/motor specifications, fill type, louvers, hardware, and accessories match the approved design.
• Communicate any design changes, deviations, or client approvals to all stakeholders.
• Ensure that only the latest BOM revision is used for planning and dispatch.

2. BOM Preparation & Validation

• Prepare the complete and final Bill of Materials for each cooling tower model based on design inputs.
• Cross-check quantities, material codes, and specifications before freezing the BOM.
• Identify missing items, incorrect quantities, or design inconsistencies and get them corrected with the Design Team.
• Standardize BOM formats for FRP towers, Pultruded towers, counterflow models, crossflow models, and special designs.
• Maintain proper version control and documentation for all BOM revisions.

3. Packaging List Preparation

• Convert the final BOM into a clear and structured Packaging List for Dispatch Team use.
• Break down material into package-wise groups (e.g., FRP components, Pultruded profiles, hardware kits, fills, louvers, motors, fans, fasteners, accessories).
• Mention exact item quantities, weights, dimensions (if applicable), and packing sequence.
• Ensure all items required for assembly at site are included in the packaging plan.
• Prepare separate lists for:
  • Domestic shipments
  • Export shipments
  • Large/special projects

4. Material Availability & Coordination

• Coordinate with Stores & Procurement to check stock availability as per final BOM.
• Highlight shortages and follow up for timely procurement.
• Assist Production with any BOM-related queries affecting fabrication or assembly.

5. Dispatch Readiness Support

• Provide the Dispatch Team with final BOM and Packaging List as the only required documents for picking and packing.
• Support Dispatch in clarifying part identification, labeling, and item sequence.
• Ensure that QC and Production have checked material readiness before dispatch booking.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of cooling tower parts (fills, louvers, FRP panels, pultruded profiles, fans, motors, nozzles, DE, hardware, basins, etc.).
• Experience in BOM creation, technical drawings, and product configuration.
• Ability to read GA and fabrication drawings.
• Knowledge of packaging standards for heavy engineering/FRP materials.
• Excellent Excel and ERP/Tally/Salesforce skills.
• Strong coordination and communication abilities.
• High attention to detail and structured, organized working approach.

Education & Experience

• Diploma/BE in Mechanical Engineering (preferred) OR
• Graduate with minimum 2-3 years experience in BOM planning, technical coordination, or dispatch planning in manufacturing.