Production Planning Manager

Cyient Limited; Mysuru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Cyient Limited in Mysore, India, seeks an experienced PPC Manager to lead production planning, scheduling, MRP, and capacity management in EMS operations. The role requires hands-on SAP experience and ERP-driven control, with close coordination across Sales, Procurement, Stores, Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing to ensure on-time delivery and efficient production flow.

The PPC Manager will optimize MPS and production scheduling for SMT, PCBA, through‑hole assembly, box build, testing, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Production Planning & Control
• Experience in EMS/electronics manufacturing
• Hands-on SAP ERP, MRP, production orders and inventory transactions
• Experience with high-mix/low-volume or high-volume EMS environments

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Master Production Schedule (MPS) based on customer orders and capacity
• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly production plans for SMT, PCBA and final assembly
• Drive MRP for materials and coordinate with Procurement/Stores
• Monitor capacity, bottlenecks, and throughput; implement recovery plans
• Manage SAP ERP data, BOMs, routings, lead times and planning parameters
• Develop dashboards for production performance, delivery adherence and inventory
• Coordinate with Sales, Customer Service, Supply Chain to align forecasts and delivery

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

Cross-functional coordination

Data analysis

Education

BE / B.Tech or Diploma in Electronics Engineering

Production Management / SCM qualification

Tools

SAP ERP

Power BI

MS Excel

MS Office 365

Job description

Position: Production Planning & Control (PPC) Manager

Industry: Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS)
Experience: Minimum 10 years
Qualification: BE / Diploma in Electronics or Electronics & Communication Engineering
Work Location: Mysore

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and result-oriented Production Planning & Control (PPC) Manager to lead production planning, scheduling, material coordination, and capacity management within our Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) operations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electronics manufacturing, production planning, material requirements planning (MRP), and ERP-driven production control, with hands‑on experience in SAP.

The PPC Manager will be responsible for ensuring optimal utilization of manufacturing resources, timely availability of materials, adherence to production schedules, and achievement of customer delivery commitments. The role requires close coordination with Sales, Procurement, Stores, Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to ensure efficient production flow and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

A. Production Planning & Scheduling

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) based on customer orders, demand forecasts, and available manufacturing capacity.
• Prepare and monitor daily, weekly, and monthly production plans for SMT, PCBA, through‑hole assembly, box build, testing, and final assembly operations, as applicable.
• Ensure effective production scheduling in line with customer priorities, delivery commitments, and resource availability.
• Monitor production progress against planned schedules and take corrective actions to address deviations.
• Manage schedule changes arising from urgent customer requirements, engineering changes, material shortages, and capacity constraints.
• Ensure timely release and closure of production orders and work orders.

B. Material Planning & Inventory Control

• Drive Material Requirements Planning (MRP) to ensure the availability of electronic components, PCBs, mechanical parts, and other production materials.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Stores, and Supply Chain teams to address material shortages and supplier delivery delays.
• Monitor component availability, material shortages, excess inventory, and slow‑moving or obsolete materials.
• Ensure proper alignment between customer forecasts, BOM requirements, inventory levels, and procurement plans.
• Monitor Work in Progress (WIP) and ensure smooth material flow across production stages.
• Develop effective shortage management and escalation processes to minimize production interruptions.

C. Capacity Planning & Production Control

• Analyze machine capacity, manpower availability, line utilization, and production constraints to ensure achievable production plans.
• Identify bottlenecks and coordinate with Manufacturing and Engineering teams to improve throughput.
• Balance production loads across available lines, machines, shifts, and work centers.
• Monitor actual production output against planned quantities and initiate recovery plans when required.
• Support capacity planning for new customer programs, new product introductions (NPI), and volume ramp‑ups.
• Ensure effective utilization of manufacturing resources while minimizing idle time, overtime, and production losses.

D. SAP ERP & Data Management

• Utilize SAP ERP for production planning, material planning, production order management, inventory monitoring, and schedule tracking.
• Ensure accuracy and timely updating of production-related master data, BOMs, routings, lead times, and planning parameters in coordination with the relevant teams.
• Analyze MRP exceptions, shortage reports, open production orders, and material availability reports.
• Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards for production performance, delivery adherence, inventory, capacity utilization, and material shortages.
• Use Microsoft Office 365, particularly Excel, to perform data analysis, production tracking, reporting, and planning activities.
• Establish standardized reporting systems to support data‑driven operational decisions.

E. Cross‑Functional Coordination

• Work closely with Sales and Customer Service teams to review customer forecasts, order priorities, and delivery commitments.
• Coordinate with Procurement and Supply Chain teams to ensure timely material availability.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve production constraints and quality‑related delays.
• Participate in Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings and communicate capacity, material, and delivery risks.
• Provide regular updates to senior management on production status, shortages, delivery risks, and recovery plans.
• Support customer audits and internal reviews related to production planning, traceability, and delivery performance.

F. Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement

• Define, monitor, and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) related to planning, production, inventory, and customer delivery.
• Drive improvements in schedule adherence, on‑time delivery, lead time, inventory turnover, and production efficiency.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions to address recurring planning and scheduling issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve planning accuracy, reduce WIP, optimize inventory, and minimize production downtime.
• Promote lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and standardized planning practices.
• Ensure compliance with applicable quality management systems and company procedures.

Educational Qualifications

• BE / B.Tech or Diploma in Electronics Engineering or Electronics & Communication Engineering.
• Additional qualifications in Production Management, Supply Chain Management, or Operations Management will be an advantage.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Production Planning & Control, preferably within the EMS or electronics manufacturing industry.
• Proven experience in production planning for SMT, PCBA, box build, testing, and final assembly operations, as applicable.
• Strong hands‑on knowledge of SAP ERP, particularly production planning, MRP, production orders, and inventory-related transactions.
• Experience managing high‑mix/low‑volume and/or high‑volume electronics manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage material shortages, changing customer priorities, production bottlenecks, and tight delivery schedules.
• Experience leading or coordinating a PPC team and working with cross‑functional stakeholders.

Interested candidates may reach out to [e-mail]