Production Planner

Alaska Milk Corporation; San Pedro; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 670,000; Full time

Job summary

Alaska Milk Corporation in the Philippines is seeking a detail-oriented Production Scheduler to translate demand and supply plans into executable production schedules across our manufacturing operations. The role emphasizes optimizing capacity utilization, coordinating with Production, Procurement, and Logistics teams, and ensuring on-time delivery of products while maintaining quality and efficiency.

A background in FMCG and SAP/Oracle ERP is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in Production Planning, Scheduling, Supply Planning, Demand Planning, or Supply Chain Operations.
• Experience in FMCG, Food & Beverage, Consumer Goods, Pharmaceutical, or Manufacturing industries is an advantage.
• Knowledge of production planning, capacity planning, inventory management, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar planning platforms.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent planning, scheduling, and coordination capabilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop & manage short- and mid-term production schedules aligned with demand forecasts and supply plans.
• Translate supply requirements into feasible schedules considering capacity, manpower, material, and equipment constraints.
• Continuously optimize production sequencing to maximize efficiency and minimize disruptions.
• Monitor schedule adherence and coordinate recovery plans for variances.
• Manage schedule changes due to demand fluctuations, material shortages, or equipment downtime.
• Communicate production schedule updates to key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Production, Procurement, Supply Planning, Warehouse, and Logistics teams.
• Ensure alignment between production requirements and material availability.
• Support cross-functional decision-making to address operational challenges and supply risks.
• Analyze capacity, identify bottlenecks, and recommend productivity improvements.
• Support readiness for promotions, seasonal peaks, and new product launches.
• Track planning metrics and drive continuous improvement in manufacturing efficiency and service levels.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

SAP/Oracle ERP

Job description

At Alaska Milk Corporation, we are committed to delivering trusted dairy nutrition to Filipino families through world-class manufacturing and supply chain excellence. We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Production Scheduler to drive efficient production planning and execution across our manufacturing operations.

This role is responsible for translating demand and supply plans into executable production schedules while ensuring optimal utilization of manufacturing resources, inventory, and capacity. The successful candidate will work cross-functionally to enable efficient operations and ensure products are available to meet customer and business requirements.

What You'll Do

Develop & Manage Production Schedules

• Create and maintain short-term and medium-term production schedules aligned with demand forecasts and supply plans.

• Translate supply requirements into feasible manufacturing schedules while considering capacity, manpower, material availability, and equipment constraints.

• Continuously optimize production sequencing to maximize efficiency and minimize disruptions.

Drive Schedule Execution

• Monitor production schedule adherence and coordinate recovery plans for production variances.

• Manage schedule changes resulting from demand fluctuations, material shortages, equipment downtime, or changing business priorities.

• Ensure timely communication of production schedule updates to key stakeholders.

Collaborate Across Functions

• Work closely with Production, Procurement, Supply Planning, Warehouse, and Logistics teams to ensure smooth operations.

• Facilitate alignment between production requirements and material availability.

• Support cross-functional decision-making to address operational challenges and supply risks.

Perform Capacity & Resource Planning

• Analyze production capacity and identify potential bottlenecks that may impact output.

• Evaluate resource utilization and recommend solutions to improve productivity and manufacturing performance.

• Support production readiness for promotions, seasonal demand peaks, and new product launches.

Monitor Performance & Continuous Improvement

• Track key production planning and scheduling metrics.

• Analyze planning performance and recommend process improvements.

• Support initiatives that improve manufacturing efficiency, inventory management, and service levels.

What We Ask

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field

• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in Production Planning, Production Scheduling, Supply Planning, Demand Planning, or Supply Chain Operations

• Experience in FMCG, Food & Beverage, Consumer Goods, Pharmaceutical, or Manufacturing industries is an advantage

• Knowledge of production planning, capacity planning, inventory management, and manufacturing processes

• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar planning platforms

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

• Excellent planning, scheduling, and coordination capabilities

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment