Production Planning Manager

Key Responsibilities

Study sales forecasts and market/demand trends provided by the Sales team and translate them into a detailed, SKU-level production plan

Plan production count and volumes based on sales projections, current inventory levels, and plant capacity, ensuring optimal stock availability without over- or under-production

Act as the key connect and coordination point between the Sales and Production/Manufacturing teams, ensuring both functions stay aligned on priorities, timelines, and changes in demand

Track actual sales performance against forecast on an ongoing basis and adjust the production plan proactively to minimize gaps, stock-outs, or excess inventory

Generate periodic (daily/weekly/monthly) MIS reports, dashboards, and analytics covering sales vs. production, forecast accuracy, capacity utilization, and inventory status for management review

Work extensively with Excel and digital/ERP planning platforms (e.g., SAP or similar) and BI tools to maintain accurate planning data, build models, and automate reporting

Plan production capacity and resource allocation across product lines/plants in line with the demand plan, flagging capacity constraints well in advance

Present plans, insights, and recommendations clearly to cross-functional stakeholders and senior management

Recommend improvements to forecasting accuracy, planning processes, and reporting systems based on data trends and ground-level insights

Must have Domain Skills;

1. Data & Digital Platform Proficiency

Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, macros, data modelling) and working knowledge of digital/ERP planning platforms and BI tools to manage planning data and automate reporting.

2. Sales Forecasting & Production Planning

Sound understanding of sales forecasting techniques and production/demand planning methodologies, with strong analytical and problem-solving ability to translate forecasts into an actionable production plan.

Must have Soft Skills

3. Communication Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to align two very different functionsSales and Productionaround a shared plan.

4. Stakeholder Management

Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional coordination skills to work effectively across Sales, Production, and Supply Chain teams.

5. Ownership & Attention to Detail

Ability to work under pressure, manage changing priorities, and meet planning deadlines, with high attention to detail and ownership of data accuracy in reports and plans.

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