Production Planning Manager

Michelin; Bekasi; On-site; IDR 400,000,000 - 700,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Michelin Indonesia seeks a Production Planning Manager to lead production planning, inventory control, and S&OP alignment. You will oversee demand and supply balancing to ensure on-time delivery and optimal service levels within a dynamic, multinational manufacturing environment.

Based in Cikarang, West Java, you will build strong cross-functional partnerships, mentor planning teams, and drive continuous improvement through data analytics and ERP tools such as SAP and Power BI.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years in Production Planning/PPIC or related planning roles.
• At least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Experience coordinating with regional planning teams (MO/Asia).
• Strong knowledge of planning, forecasting, inventory, and S&OP.
• Proficiency in ERP systems; SAP experience is a plus; advanced Excel.
• Willing to be based in Cikarang, West Java.

Responsibilities

• Lead production planning, inventory, and flow management to meet committed orders and service targets.
• Ensure alignment between production plans, inventory strategies, and S&OP objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce inventory, shorten lead times, and develop planning people, processes, and tools.

Skills

Production planning

PPIC

Demand planning

S&OP

Supply planning

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Excel

Power BI

SAP

Education

APICS CPIM/CSCP

Tools

SAP

Job description

A pioneer of engineered materials, Michelin is building the world’s leading manufacturer of life-changing composites and experiences.

Join Michelin Asia Pacific as a Production Planning Manager today to move your career forward, unlock exciting opportunities, and be part of a world-class organization committed to a better, more sustainable world.

WHY MICHELIN INDONESIA?

• Career Progression: Start your career adventure and build the skills and experience to develop in new directions.
• Wellbeing and Inclusion: At Michelin Indonesia, experience a supportive, inclusive culture that creates space for collaboration and new ideas.
• Become a Player in a Dynamic Global Brand: At Michelin, we deliver products and experiences that transform everyday moments into extraordinary ones. Join us on our journey to innovate and contribute to exciting projects that impact our world.

OUR TEAM:

In the Production Planning Department, we aim to ensure the right products are available at the right time by balancing customer demand, production capacity, and inventory levels while supporting operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

MISSION:

In the domain of production planning and inventory control,

• Lead production planning, inventory, and flow management activities to ensure committed customer orders are delivered at the targeted service level.
• Ensure alignment between production plans, inventory strategies, and S&OP objectives while balancing service, cost, and operational performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce inventory, shorten end-to-end lead times, and enhance planning effectiveness through the development of people, processes, and tools.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Required:

• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in Production Planning, PPIC, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, S&OP, or Supply Chain Management, including at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Proven experience as a Planning Manager (Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Production Planning, S&OP) or Supply Chain Manager within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience coordinating with Regional, Zone, or Central Planning Teams (e.g. MO/Asia) to align planning assumptions, demand and supply strategies, inventory targets, and business priorities.
• Proven people management experience with responsibility for leading, coaching, and developing planning teams.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, inventory management, demand forecasting, material planning, and S&OP processes.
• Experience leading end-to-end planning activities, including demand forecasting, master production scheduling, material planning, and inventory optimization.
• Strong understanding of production flow, warehouse operations, and customer fulfillment processes.
• Proven ability to balance service level, inventory, capacity, and operational costs while driving business performance.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and planning tools (SAP experience is a plus).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; Power BI knowledge is an advantage.
• Willing to be based in Cikarang, West Java.

Preferred:

• Experience in multinational manufacturing companies.
• Experience managing complex supply chains with multiple product families and high-volume operations.
• Professional certification in Supply Chain Management such as APICS CPIM, APICS CSCP, or equivalent.
• Experience leading S&OP governance and executive planning reviews.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Inventory Optimization, and Continuous Improvement methodologies.