Production Planning Manager / Manufacturing Planning Manager / Operations Planning Manager

Blue Capital; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Capital is seeking a Production Planning Manager to lead production planning and scheduling in its Abu Dhabi operations. You will ensure alignment with demand, capacity, and quality targets while coordinating with manufacturing, procurement, and logistics teams to optimize throughput.

The role requires strong organizational skills, proficiency in ERP/MRP systems, and the ability to analyze data to drive improvements in efficiency and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational, planning, and coordination skills.
• Ability to develop and manage production schedules and operational plans.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and resource allocation.
• Ability to analyze production data, performance, and capacity requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production plans and schedules to meet targets.
• Coordinate with manufacturing, procurement, supply chain, inventory and quality teams.
• Monitor workflow progress and ensure activities follow established timelines.
• Identify bottlenecks and implement planning strategies to improve efficiency.
• Maintain accurate production planning records and communicate changes to departments.

Skills

Production scheduling

Inventory management

Cross-functional coordination

ERP/MRP systems

Excel proficiency

Tools

MS Office suite

ERP/MRP software

Reporting tools

Job description

The Production Planning Manager / Manufacturing Planning Manager / Operations Planning Manager is responsible for coordinating, developing, and overseeing production planning activities to ensure efficient manufacturing operations, optimal resource utilization, and timely delivery of products. This role focuses on aligning production schedules with business objectives, customer requirements, material availability, and operational capacity.

Key responsibilities include developing and maintaining production plans, coordinating manufacturing schedules, monitoring workflow progress, and ensuring that production activities are carried out according to established timelines and operational standards. The role works closely with manufacturing, procurement, supply chain, inventory, quality control, and operations teams to maintain smooth production processes.

The position involves analyzing production requirements, reviewing capacity constraints, identifying potential bottlenecks, and implementing appropriate planning strategies to improve operational efficiency. It also includes monitoring inventory levels, coordinating material requirements, and ensuring that essential resources are available to support production targets.

The manager is expected to evaluate production performance, prepare operational reports, track key performance indicators, and identify opportunities for process optimization. Responsibilities also include coordinating demand forecasts, adjusting production schedules when necessary, managing operational priorities, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Additional duties include maintaining accurate production planning records, communicating schedule changes to relevant departments, supporting cost control activities, and ensuring compliance with internal procedures, quality standards, and operational policies.

Qualifications

The Production Planning Manager / Manufacturing Planning Manager / Operations Planning Manager is responsible for coordinating, developing, and overseeing production planning activities to ensure efficient manufacturing operations, optimal resource utilization, and timely delivery of products. This role focuses on aligning production schedules with business objectives, customer requirements, material availability, and operational capacity.

Key responsibilities include developing and maintaining production plans, coordinating manufacturing schedules, monitoring workflow progress, and ensuring that production activities are carried out according to established timelines and operational standards. The role works closely with manufacturing, procurement, supply chain, inventory, quality control, and operations teams to maintain smooth production processes.

The position involves analyzing production requirements, reviewing capacity constraints, identifying potential bottlenecks, and implementing appropriate planning strategies to improve operational efficiency. It also includes monitoring inventory levels, coordinating material requirements, and ensuring that essential resources are available to support production targets.

The manager is expected to evaluate production performance, prepare operational reports, track key performance indicators, and identify opportunities for process optimization. Responsibilities also include coordinating demand forecasts, adjusting production schedules when necessary, managing operational priorities, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Additional duties include maintaining accurate production planning records, communicating schedule changes to relevant departments, supporting cost control activities, and ensuring compliance with internal procedures, quality standards, and operational policies.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational, planning, and coordination skills.
• Ability to develop and manage production schedules and operational plans.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, production workflows, and resource allocation.
• Ability to analyze production data, operational performance, and capacity requirements.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Good knowledge of inventory management, material planning, and supply chain coordination.
• Ability to coordinate multiple departments and manage competing operational priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and reporting tools.
• Familiarity with ERP, MRP, production management, or manufacturing planning systems.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to monitor performance indicators and prepare clear operational reports.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in planning and documentation.
• Ability to identify operational challenges and recommend practical improvements.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to adapt to changing production requirements.
• Commitment to maintaining operational efficiency, product quality, and workplace standards.