Vijay Exports

Company Description Vijay Exports, with a legacy spanning over three decades, epitomizes excellence in jewellery craftsmanship. Under the stewardship of Mr. Babubhai Dhanak and Mr. Prakash Dhanak, the company has grown from a modest chain manufacturing unit to a global powerhouse. Each piece is meticulously crafted by seasoned artisans, led by Mrs. Shweta Dhanak, combining intricate designs with flawless finishes. Embracing cutting-edge technology, Vijay Exports offers a diverse product portfolio, specializing in rosecut and uncut diamond jewellery. Committed to quality, integrity, and social welfare, the company exports its products worldwide and participates in prestigious exhibitions, solidifying its global stature. The Production Planning Control Manager is responsible for ensuring smooth coordination between sales, production, and procurement teams to achieve timely order execution. The role involves overseeing inventory control, production scheduling, and project planning to optimize resources, maintain delivery timelines, and ensure operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities: 1. Production Planning & Scheduling Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly production plans based on confirmed orders and forecasts. Allocate workloads to different departments or production lines as per capacity and priority. Track production progress against plans, identify bottlenecks, and coordinate with relevant teams for resolution. Ensure adherence to delivery timelines while optimizing utilization of manpower and materials. 2. Order & Project Coordination Create and manage order-wise production plans, ensuring each stage of manufacturing is tracked (casting, setting, polishing, plating, QC, etc.). Coordinate with design, sourcing, and quality teams to align project timelines and deliverables. Monitor project milestones and flag potential delays to management with corrective action suggestions. 3. Inventory & Material Management Maintain accurate records of raw material, WIP (work-in-progress), and finished goods inventory. Coordinate with procurement for replenishment based on minimum stock levels and production forecasts. Track movement of critical materials (e.g., gold, diamonds, findings) to prevent shortages or overstocking. Conduct periodic stock audits and reconcile variances with accounts and stores teams. 4. Data Management & Reporting Maintain production dashboards, order trackers, and inventory reports. Generate MIS reports on production efficiency, order status, and material utilization for management review. Assist in ERP data entry and validation related to production and inventory modules. 5. Process Improvement Identify inefficiencies in planning, allocation, and workflow and suggest improvements. Support implementation of new systems, SOPs, and ERP enhancements to improve planning accuracy and traceability. Key Skills & Competencies: Strong analytical and organizational skills. Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems (knowledge of jewellery ERP is an advantage). Excellent coordination and communication skills across departments. Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively under tight timelines. Detail-oriented with strong follow-up discipline.