Planning & Production Manager

SUMMARY OF

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Develop, manage and maintain the planning and production functions. Manage a team of planners and production supervisors to achieve or exceed production, service, and sales related objectives including OTD, productivity, efficiency. Plan and implement all production material requirements in a single manufacturing hub to ensure an efficient supply chain across Canada.

SPECIFIC DUTIES, ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Plan and effectively communicate all material requirement in terms of: what to do, quantity needed, when needed, and sourcing (both internal and external).
• Manage production and materials on a daily basis.
• Keep Item Master updated in terms of: lead time, safety stock, sourcing, minimum quantity and other pieces of information.
• Keep shipping dates updated- work jointly with other areas. Responsible for due date management.
• Lead inventory management- decide what to have in stock, decide quantity to have in stock, manage Inventory Quality, Non Stock Management, Gross Inventory, achieve Gross Inventory Targets and effective Stock Replenishment.
• Assist with achieving targets for quality, on-time delivery, lead time reduction, and productivity.
• Help to control manufacturing costs and support cost-reduction strategies to support site and business profitability.
• Ensure optimal use of all manufacturing assets and lead initiatives to increase efficiency and output.
• Make sourcing decisions based on demonstrated Capacity – using ERP capacity module.
• Work jointly with Purchasing to develop a reliable and efficient Suppliers Base.
• Keep tracking of Suppliers and Plant lead time, quality and costs and develop jointly with other areas to improve performance.
• Manage all Planning personnel and Production Supervisors (Supervise, train, interview, hire, terminate, transfer, promote and evaluate employees’ performance.)
• Ensure that all materials planning and production activities are carried out in support of corporate customer service and financial objectives, and in accordance with corporate policies and procedures.
• Take an active role in promoting the needs of the customer in the management and practical integration of the JC Inc. supply chain.
• Develop Manage and Promote interdepartmental communication from order entry to the manufacturing/CPW areas to ensure the needs and expectations of the customer are fulfilled.
• In conjunction with Purchasing and other related functions, assist in the development and implementation of supplier programs and sourcing plans in support of agreed objectives.
• Lead or assist in the analysis of vendor and feeder plant performance. Through regular communication, provide feedback and identify needs or opportunities for improved performance.
• Develop a continuous improvement culture in the planning function and assemble multi-disciplinary teams as required capitalizing on opportunities for enhancements throughout the supply chain.
• Additional duties as assigned.

• Production Planning & Scheduling:
  Develop, manage, and maintain production schedules to meet customer demand while optimizing capacity.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Sales, Production, and Logistics to update delivery times, synchronize forecasts and address bottlenecks.
• Material Requirements Planning (MRP): Analyze inventory levels, demand forecasts, and supply constraints to ensure timely availability of materials for production, preventing shortages or excesses.
• Continuous Improvement: Implementing Lean Manufacturing, 5S, or Six Sigma initiatives to reduce waste, increase efficiency, and optimize workflow.
• Performance Monitoring: Tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, forecast accuracy, inventory turnover, and production efficiency.
• Data Management: Utilizing ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Job Boss) to maintain accurate data for production, materials, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).

• Management: Manage all Planning personnel and Production Supervisors (Supervise, train, interview, hire, terminate, transfer, promote and evaluate employees’ performance.)

• Bachelor's degree in Materials, Supply Chain, Operations Management…