Planning Manager

About the role

The Planning Manager leads and oversees the end-to-end production, inventory, and delivery planning for automotive components (stamping/formed steel parts, wheel balance weights, and hose clamps) for domestic and international export markets. This role ensures high-precision alignment with automotive OEM/REM customer demands while adhering to automotive quality standards (IATF 16949) and achieving cost-efficient operations.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute the Master Production Schedule (MPS) and Material Requirement Planning (MRP) for steel components, wheel balance weights, and hose clamps
• Oversee both domestic distribution and international export shipment planning to ensure 100% On-Time In-Full (OTIF) delivery
• Manage inventory strategy for raw materials (e.g., steel coil, lead/metal alloys) and finished goods to optimize stock levels and prevent line-stop risks
• Implement JIT (Just-In-Time) and Kanban systems to streamline material movement and minimize holding costs
• Manage customer schedules, forecasts, and EDI release changes from domestic and overseas automotive clients
• Ensure all planning workflows and documentation comply with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 standards
• Collaborate with Production, Tooling, Quality Control, and Procurement to resolve immediate production bottlenecks or material shortages
• Drive Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement (Kaizen) projects to eliminate waste and improve planning accuracy
• Lead, mentor, and build a high-performing planning and export coordination team

About you

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field
• Minimum 5–7 years of planning experience in the Automotive Parts Manufacturing industry
• At least 2–3 years in a managerial or supervisory role
• Strong technical background in metal stamping, lead/alloy processing, or automotive fastener/clamp manufacturing
• In-depth knowledge of IATF 16949 / ISO 9001 quality management systems
• Hands-on experience with international shipping/exporting procedures and trade documentation
• Proficient in ERP systems and advanced MS Excel