Assistant Planning Manager

NicheHR Global

Department: Planning

Scope: International Operations

Reports To: Head of Planning

Key Responsibilities:

• Production Planning
• Develop weekly and rolling production plans based on sales forecasts and demand trends.
• Account for forecasting errors and capacity constraints when finalizing plans.
• Prepare procurement schedules with appropriate lead times.
• Communicate production and dispatch plans promptly to all relevant stakeholders.
• Align production schedules with demand priorities and resource availability.
• Execution & Follow-up
• Track production progress to ensure alignment with approved plans.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to resolve bottlenecks and operational issues impacting timelines.
• Reporting & Analysis
• Prepare and maintain dashboards and reports on production performance, planning accuracy, and plan adherence.
• Analyze planning data to identify trends, variances, and improvement opportunities.
• Cross-functional Coordination
• Coordinate with Marketing, Procurement, Factory, and Distribution teams to ensure seamless plan execution.
• Adjust production schedules based on changing demand, sales trends, or supply constraints.
• Inventory Management
• Support efforts to maintain inventory within target levels.
• Monitor inventory movements and provide regular updates to management.
• Highlight risks of stock-outs or excess inventory.