Assistant Planning Manager

NicheHR Global; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager – Planning to develop and execute production plans that align with business forecasts. The ideal candidate will have 6–8 years of experience in production planning and demand forecasting, particularly within manufacturing or FMCG environments. This role involves close coordination with various teams to ensure optimal inventory levels and timely delivery of goods.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of relevant experience in production planning, demand forecasting, and supply coordination within a manufacturing or FMCG environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop weekly and rolling production plans based on sales forecasts and demand trends.
• Track production progress to ensure alignment with approved plans.
• Prepare and maintain dashboards and reports on production performance, planning accuracy, and adherence.

Skills

Production Planning

Demand Forecasting

Supply Coordination

Education

B.E. (Mechanical)

MBA

Job description

Overview

Assistant Manager – Planning

Department / Scope

Planning Department : Planning Scope : International Operations

Reports To

Head of Planning

Education

Essential: B.E. (Mechanical)
Preferred: MBA

Experience

6–8 years of relevant experience in production planning, demand forecasting, and supply coordination within a manufacturing or FMCG environment.

Role Summary

The Assistant Manager – Planning is responsible for developing and executing weekly production plans that align with business forecasts and operational capacity. The role involves close coordination with internal teams and external partners to ensure smooth implementation, optimal inventory levels, and timely delivery of finished goods.

Key Interactions

Internal: Production, Marketing, Distribution, Procurement, Factory Operations
External: Third-party manufacturers, packaging suppliers, and logistics partners

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.