Production and Supply Chain Coordinator

Fristam Pumps; Chakan; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Fristam Pumps in Pune, Maharashtra, is seeking a qualified Production and Supply Chain Coordinator to manage end-to-end order planning, production coordination, material availability, inventory utilisation and on-time dispatch.

The candidate will coordinate with Sales, Purchase, Production, Assembly, Stores and Quality teams, leveraging SAP B1, PPC and inventory management to ensure orders are completed within committed timelines.

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech/Diploma in Mechanical or Production Engineering.
• 6–9 years in PPC, production coordination or supply chain roles.
• Experience in make-to-order/batch manufacturing; pumps/valve sector preferred.
• Hands-on SAP B1, PPC, material planning and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Plan monthly production and dispatch in coordination with Sales and Plant Head.
• Monitor open orders and delivery dates; adjust as needed.
• Lead SAP B1 tasks: Production Orders, material issues/receipts, GRNs and inventory reports.
• Reprioritize production activities based on material availability and delivery commitments.
• Coordinate with Sales before communicating revised delivery dates to customers.
• Identify delays at least two weeks in advance and initiate corrective actions.

Skills

SAP B1 (SAP Business One)

Production Planning & PPC

Material Planning & Inventory Mgmt

Shop-floor Coordination

MS Excel (Pivot Tables)

Cross-functional Coordination

Education

B.E. / B.Tech / Diploma in Mechanical or Production Engineering

MBA in Operations or Supply Chain Management (added advantage)

Tools

SAP B1

MRP planning

Job description

Job Description: Production and Supply Chain Coordinator

Location: Chakan, Pune, Maharashtra
Department: Production / Supply Chain
Experience: 6-9 Years
Qualification: B.E. / B.Tech / Diploma in Mechanical or Production Engineering
Preferred Industry: Pump Manufacturing, Valve Manufacturing, Process Equipment, Industrial Machinery

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Production and Supply Chain Coordinator to manage end-to-end order planning, production coordination, material availability, inventory utilisation and on-time dispatch.

The candidate will coordinate with Sales, Purchase, Production, Assembly, Stores and Quality teams to ensure customer orders are completed and dispatched within committed timelines. The role requires hands‑on experience with SAP Business One (SAP B1), Production Planning and Control (PPC), material planning and inventory management in a make-to-order manufacturing environment.

Key Objective: Achieve the monthly production and dispatch plan while improving On-Time Delivery (OTD) and reducing order-to-dispatch lead time.

Key Responsibilities :-

1. Production Planning and On-Time Delivery

• Prepare monthly production and dispatch plans based on confirmed customer orders in coordination with Sales and the Plant Head.
• Monitor open customer orders and track committed delivery dates.
• Identify potential delays at least two weeks in advance and initiate corrective actions.
• Conduct daily shop-floor reviews and weekly plan-versus-actual meetings.
• Reprioritise production activities based on material availability, customer priorities and delivery commitments.
• Coordinate with Sales before communicating revised delivery dates to customers.

2. SAP Business One (SAP B1) and MIS

• Create, monitor and close Production Orders (MOs) within the defined timelines.
• Process production material issues and receipts accurately in SAP B1.
• Raise purchase requisitions based on MRP, production plans and material requirements.
• Ensure timely posting of Goods Receipt Notes (GRNs), inventory transfers and stock adjustments.
• Maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs), routings and item master data in coordination with Engineering.
• Reconcile SAP inventory with physical stock and ensure timely closure of transactions at month-end.
• Prepare daily and weekly MIS reports covering order status, production progress, material shortages, WIP, OTD and dispatch performance.

3. Purchase and Supplier Coordination

• Follow up with suppliers for castings, machined components, motors, seals and other bought-out items.
• Track open Purchase Orders against required delivery dates.
• Expedite critical materials and expedite supplier delays with clear recovery plans.
• Coordinate with Purchase and Quality Control teams for incoming material inspection and timely material release.
• Prepare and circulate weekly material shortage reports linked to production orders.

4. Production and Assembly Coordination

• Coordinate with machining, assembly, testing, painting, packing and dispatch teams to ensure smooth workflow.
• Release production and assembly kits based on material availability to minimise incomplete jobs and work interruptions.
• Track Work in Progress (WIP) at each production stage.
• Coordinate final inspection, testing, documentation and dispatch activities.
• Resolve daily production bottlenecks in consultation with shop-floor supervisors.
• Ensure completed orders are dispatched as per the committed schedule.

5. Inventory and Material Planning

• Review available stock, slow-moving stock and non-moving inventory on a monthly basis.
• Utilise available inventory for open customer orders before initiating fresh purchase requisitions.
• Identify opportunities to utilise surplus stock through approved substitutes, alternate builds and standard sub-assemblies.
• Support the development of minimum and maximum stock levels for fast-moving standard components.
• Apply MRP, lead‑time planning and inventory classification techniques to improve material availability and reduce lead times.

6. Performance Monitoring and Continuous Improvement

• Monitor monthly production plan achievement and On-Time Delivery (OTD).
• Analyse reasons for delayed orders and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Track production efficiency, material shortages, WIP and dispatch plan versus actual performance.
• Identify process improvements to reduce manufacturing lead time, inventory holding and delivery delays.
• Drive accountability and coordination across internal departments to meet customer commitments.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Monthly production plan achievement.
• On-Time Delivery (OTD) performance.
• Adherence to customer delivery commitments.
• Reduction in order-to-dispatch lead time.
• Material availability and reduction in production shortages.
• SAP B1 transaction accuracy and inventory reconciliation.
• Reduction in overdue production orders and WIP delays.
• Inventory utilisation and reduction in slow-moving/non-moving stock.

Note: KPI targets will be finalised based on company requirements.

Required Qualifications and Experience :-

Education

• B.E. / B.Tech / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Production Engineering.
• MBA in Operations or Supply Chain Management will be an added advantage.

Experience

• 6-9 years of relevant experience in Production Planning and Control (PPC), production coordination, material planning or supply chain coordination.
• Experience in equipment manufacturing, preferably pumps, valves, process equipment, industrial machinery or similar industries.
• Experience working in a make-to-order or batch manufacturing environment is essential.

Mandatory Skills

• Hands‑on experience with SAP Business One (SAP B1), including Production Orders, material issues and receipts, purchase requisitions, GRNs and inventory reports.
• Strong understanding of production planning, material requirement planning and shop‑floor coordination.
• Ability to read and interpret BOMs and engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of machining, assembly and manufacturing processes.
• Strong MS Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP and MIS reporting.
• Proven ability to coordinate with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Strong follow‑up, problem‑solving and delivery management skills.

Preferred Skills

• Exposure to castings, machined components, motors, seals and bought‑out components.
• Knowledge of MRP, ABC/FSN inventory classification and lead‑time planning.
• Experience handling export orders or orders requiring detailed technical and dispatch documentation.
• Experience improving inventory utilisation and reducing production lead times.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Strong ownership of production schedules and delivery commitments.
• Proactive in identifying and resolving material and production bottlenecks.
• Excellent coordination and follow‑up skills.
• Clear communication skills in English, Hindi and Marathi.
• Ability to work under delivery pressure while maintaining accuracy and quality.