- Develop and manage the Master Production Schedule (MPS) in alignment with sales forecasts, retail seasonality, and production capacities.
- Lead demand planning activities and collaborate closely with the sales, merchandising, and retail teams to produce accurate demand forecasts.
- Oversee material requirements planning (MRP) to ensure the timely availability of fabrics, trims, and accessories.
- Monitor and optimize inventory levels to avoid shortages, overstocking, or deadstock.
- Align production plans with manufacturing capabilities and coordinate with factories to ensure on-time delivery.
- Set planning KPIs (Forecast Accuracy – OTIF – Production Adherence – Inventory Turnover) and ensure continuous improvement.
- Identify capacity constraints and recommend tactical actions to balance demand and supply.
- Collaborate with quality, logistics, warehouse, and procurement teams to ensure smooth operational flow.
- Prepare periodic planning reports and dashboards for management review.
Lead, coach, and develop the planning team to build a high-performance planning function
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.13–15 years of experience in planning within the fashion/garments, FMCG, or manufacturing industries.Strong knowledge of MPS, MRP, demand planning, and production workflows.Proficiency in ERP systems (preferably SAP / Odoo / Oracle) and advanced Excel.Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and transform it into clear actions.