Manager Production Planner

Sun Pharma; Kamrup Metropolitan; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Pharma in Guwahati invites experienced professionals to join as Manager- Planner. The role oversees monthly, weekly, and daily production planning for OSD manufacturing, aligning with demand forecasts and ensuring optimal use of resources.

Candidates should hold MSc or B.Pharma with 15–18 years of planning experience in pharma, and be capable of leading S&OP processes, coordinating across supply chain, QA, and manufacturing to meet schedules, inventory targets, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• MSc or B.Pharma degree required.
• 15–18 years of planning experience in pharma manufacturing.
• Experience with S&OP and ERP systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, weekly, and daily production plans based on demand forecasts and market requirements.
• Develop and execute production schedules for OSD manufacturing operations.
• Ensure optimum utilization of manpower, equipment, and production capacity.
• Monitor plan adherence and minimize schedule deviations.
• Coordinate production activities to meet dispatch and inventory targets.
• Review material requirements planning (MRP) and collaborate with procurement teams.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels while minimizing excess and obsolete stock.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives for planning accuracy and inventory optimization.

Education

MSc / B.Pharma

Job description

Job Title Manager- Planner

Business Unit Sun Global Operations

Job Grade G10

Location Guwahati

At Sun Pharma, we commit to helping you “Create your own sunshine”— by fostering an environment where you grow at every step, take charge of your journey and thrive in a supportive community.

Are You Ready to Create Your Own Sunshine?

As you enter the Sun Pharma world, you’ll find yourself becoming ‘Better every day’ through continuous progress. Exhibit self-drive as you ‘Take charge’ and lead with confidence. Additionally, demonstrate a collaborative spirit, knowing that we ‘Thrive together’ and support each other’s journeys.”

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, weekly, and daily production plans based on demand forecasts and market requirements.
• Develop and execute production schedules for OSD manufacturing operations.
• Ensure optimum utilization of manpower, equipment, and production capacity.
• Monitor plan adherence and take corrective actions to minimize schedule deviations.
• Coordinate production activities to meet dispatch and inventory targets.
• Ensure availability of raw materials, packing materials, and consumables for uninterrupted production.
• Review material requirements planning (MRP) and collaborate with procurement teams.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels while minimizing excess and obsolete stock.
• Track inventory aging and implement reduction initiatives.
• Conduct capacity planning and identify bottlenecks affecting production output.
• Recommend capacity enhancement and productivity improvement initiatives.
• Balance workloads across production lines to maximize resource utilization.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Procurement, Warehouse, QA, QC, Engineering, and Manufacturing teams.
• Coordinate product launches, technology transfers, validation batches, and commercial production.
• Participate in S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning) meetings.
• Prepare management reports and production dashboards.
• Analyze variances and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, regulatory, and company requirements.
• Support audits and regulatory inspections.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives for planning accuracy, productivity, and inventory optimization.
• Drive digitalization and ERP-based planning improvements.

Educational Qualification

M.Sc / B.Pharma

Experience

Tenure : : 15 to 18 years

Your Success Matters to Us

At Sun Pharma, your success and well-being are our top priorities! We provide robust benefits and opportunities to foster personal and professional growth. Join us at Sun Pharma, where every day is an opportunity to grow, collaborate, and make a lasting impact. Let’s create a brighter future together!

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employee within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of incumbent(s).