The Assistant Manager - Production Planning & Control role oversees material management, inventory control, warehouse operations, and production planning activities within an automotive manufacturing environment. The position plays a key part in maintaining efficient material flow, optimising storage and logistics resources, developing operational teams, and supporting cost-effective production.
Responsibilities
Manage material receipt, Kanban systems, inventory, spare parts, and warehouse operations
Oversee inventory control for raw materials, child parts, sub-assemblies, finished goods, and goods in transit
Optimise warehouse space utilisation and implement storage improvement initiatives
Manage workforce deployment, monitor productivity, and maintain an efficient process flow
Use Systems, Applications and Products (SAP) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems for inventory and material management
Promote workplace safety standards and implement the 5S methodology across operations
Monitor operational targets, conduct performance reviews, and ensure the timely completion of action plans
Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation in accordance with International Automotive Task Force (IATF) requirements
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to address defective materials and implement corrective actions
Manage logistics assets, including trucks, forklifts, trolleys, and bins
Monitor material movement and support Just-in-Time (JIT) implementation
Conduct team training, skill development, and DOJO activities
Maintain effective communication between management and operational teams
Prepare annual budgets and support cost optimisation initiatives
Requirements
Practical knowledge of production planning, material management, inventory control, and warehouse operations
Experience using SAP or another ERP system for inventory and material management activities
Understanding of Kanban systems, JIT implementation, 5S practices, and IATF documentation requirements
Ability to manage workforce deployment, monitor productivity, conduct operational reviews, and develop team capabilities
Strong coordination, reporting, budgeting, and problem-solving skills
About the company
A company in the automotive components manufacturing industry with operations in India. The organisation manufactures parts and systems for automotive applications and supports customers through established production capabilities.