Production Planning Manager

Work Your Magic with us! Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us. Taking care of planning process from RM procurement to Production planning . Job Purpose. The Production Planner is responsible for developing and maintaining production schedules to ensure customer demand is met while optimizing resources, inventory levels, and manufacturing capacity. The role acts as a key interface between Supply Chain, Production, Procurement, Warehouse, Quality, and Customer Service to deliver products on time and in compliance with quality and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities. Production Planning & SchedulingCreate and maintain production plans and schedules based on demand forecasts, customer orders, and inventory targets. Convert demand plans into executable manufacturing schedules. Monitor production progress and revise schedules to address changes in demand, material availability, or capacity constraints. Balance production capacity, labor utilization, and equipment availability to achieve operational efficiency. [. Material & Inventory ManagementEnsure material availability through effective MRP planning. Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods. Coordinate with procurement and warehouse teams to avoid stock-outs and excess inventory. Drive inventory optimization initiatives and manage shortages proactively. Cross-Functional CoordinationCollaborate with Production, Procurement, Quality, Engineering, and Logistics teams to ensure smooth execution of production plans. Participate in supply review and S&OP meetings. Communicate production risks, supply constraints, and recovery plans to stakeholders. Systems & Data ManagementMaintain planning parameters, BOMs, routings, and master data in ERP systems (SAP, SAP S/4HANA, APO, IBP, etc.). Analyze planning performance using Excel, Power BI, or planning tools. Generate planning reports and KPI dashboards. Continuous ImprovementIdentify opportunities to improve planning accuracy, inventory turns, and schedule adherence. Support Lean, Six Sigma, and operational excellence initiatives. Participate in production leveling, sequencing, and capacity optimization projects. Qualifications. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related discipline. 10-15 years of experience in production planning, supply planning, or manufacturing planning. Experience in manufacturing, pharmaceutical, chemical, FMCG, or process industries preferred. Required Skills. Production Planning & Scheduling. MRP/MPS Planning. Capacity Planning. Inventory Management. Demand & Supply Planning. SAP ERP / SAP PP / SAP APO / SAP IBP. Advanced Excel and data analysis. Problem-solving and decision-making. Cross-functional stakeholder management. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Schedule Adherence (%). On-Time Delivery (OTD). Inventory Turns. Forecast Accuracy. Capacity Utilization. Plan Attainment. Stock-Out Reduction. Working Capital Optimization. Understanding of GMP, EHS, and regulatory requirements. Experience with batch manufacturing and controlled inventory environments. Knowledge of tech transfer, validation, and supply continuity planning. What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress! Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!