General Manager - Production Planning and Control

Lauritz Knudsen Electrical and Automation

Lauritz Knudsen Electrical and Automation (A unit of Schneider Electric India Pvt. Ltd.) is a pioneering electrical and automation brand with a rich legacy of over 70 years in India. We offer a comprehensive portfolio of low-voltage switchgear, medium-voltage switchgear, automation solutions, software, and services catering to diverse segments, including homes, agriculture, buildings, infrastructure, and industry.

Job Title: General Manager – Production Planning & Control (PPC) Experience: 15 -20 years Education: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Production, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline. MBA / PGDM in Operations Management or Supply Chain Management preferred. Location: LK Factory, Ahmednagar Department: Production Planning & Control

Job Purpose

To lead and manage end-to-end Production Planning & Control functions for the plant by ensuring optimum production scheduling, resource utilization, inventory management, customer delivery performance, and cross-functional coordination. The role is responsible for aligning manufacturing operations with customer demand, business objectives, and operational excellence initiatives while ensuring inventory optimization and supply chain efficiency.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Develop annual, monthly, weekly, and daily production plans based on sales forecasts and customer requirements.

• Ensure optimum machine loading and capacity utilization across manufacturing departments.

• Monitor production adherence against plan and take corrective actions to address deviations.

• Balance demand and capacity to achieve desired service levels and manufacturing efficiency.

Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)

• Lead S&OP reviews with Sales, Marketing, Procurement, Production, and Finance teams.

• Ensure effective demand planning and conversion into executable production plans.

• Identify constraints and recommend mitigation plans.

Inventory Management

• Drive inventory optimization of Raw Materials, WIP, Bought-out Components, and Finished Goods.

• Establish inventory norms and monitor compliance.

• Reduce excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory.

• Ensure uninterrupted material availability for production.

Customer Delivery Management

• Ensure achievement of OTIF (On-Time In-Full) delivery targets.

• Monitor customer order fulfillment and dispatch schedules.

• Coordinate with logistics and supply chain teams for timely deliveries.

Material Planning & Procurement Coordination

• Collaborate with Procurement and Supply Chain teams to ensure availability of materials and components.

• Review material shortages and expedite critical supplies.

• Manage risk associated with supply disruptions.

Capacity & Resource Planning

• Conduct capacity analysis and identify bottlenecks.

• Recommend investments, outsourcing, or process improvements to meet growing demand.

• Optimize manpower and equipment utilization.

Production Control & Monitoring

• Review daily production performance and adherence to schedules.

• Analyze production losses and implement corrective actions.

• Establish robust production control systems and MIS reporting.

ERP & Digitalization

• Drive effective utilization of ERP systems for planning and inventory management.

• Implement digital dashboards and analytics for real-time monitoring.

• Improve data accuracy and planning effectiveness.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and productivity improvement initiatives.

• Improve inventory turns, order fulfilment rates, and planning accuracy.

• Drive cross-functional process improvements.

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop the PPC team.

• Establish performance goals and succession planning.

• Coach and mentor planning professionals for future leadership roles.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Delivery & Customer Service

• OTIF Delivery Performance (%)

• Customer Service Level (%)

• Schedule Adherence (%)

Planning Effectiveness

• Production Plan Adherence (%)

• Forecast Accuracy (%)

• Capacity Utilization (%)

Inventory Management

• Inventory Turns

• Inventory Days

• Raw Material Coverage Days

• WIP Reduction (%)

• Obsolete Inventory Reduction (%)

Productivity

• Manufacturing Throughput

• Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)

• Support Planning Cycle Time

Financial

• Working Capital Reduction

• Inventory Carrying Cost Reduction

• Cost Savings through Planning Optimization

Experience

• 18 to 25 years of experience in Manufacturing Operations, PPC, Supply Chain, or Industrial Engineering.

• Minimum 8 years in a senior managerial leadership role.

• Experience in large-scale manufacturing environments.

• Exposure to ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or equivalent.

Required Competencies

Functional Competencies

• Production Planning & Scheduling

• Demand Forecasting

• Inventory Management

• Supply Chain Management

• Capacity Planning

• S&OP Process Management

• ERP Systems

• Lean Manufacturing

• Data Analytics & MIS

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic Thinking

• Decision Making

• Cross-functional Collaboration

• Stakeholder Management

• Team Development

• Change Management

• Problem Solving

• Results Orientation

What's in it for me?

• High-impact role where your expertise shapes supply chain strategy and customer outcomes

• Collaborative, innovative culture that values your contributions and ideas

• Professional development opportunities including mentorship, training, and cross-functional projects

• Supportive work environment designed to help you thrive and grow

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