Sr Executive Supply Planning and Monitoring

At National Foods Limited, we are on a journey of growth and on building our most valuable assets which include our brands, financial strength, global presence, and our unbridled commitment to becoming a truly sustainable and a renowned company in the world.

Job Purpose

Ensure seamless production scheduling by aligning demand forecasts, material availability, and plant(s) capacity. Optimize inventory, minimize disruptions, and enhance schedule adherence while coordinating with relevant teams to drive efficiency and process improvements.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and manage weekly production schedules, ensuring alignment with overall supply plans, demand forecasts, and plant capacity.
• Monitor and track weekly plans, following up with the Production and Subcontracting Vendors to ensure adherence.
• Prepare and communicate Production Compliance via daily monitoring file.
• Conduct gap analysis and suggest corrective actions on weekly basis with Operations team.
• Plan production sequencing to minimize changeovers and downtime, optimizing machine efficiency based on SKU format and formulation.
• Ensure on-time communication of weekly production plans to Production, Stores, and Procurement teams. Over Printing Instructions and stickering communication to Operations along with Production Version alignment with IRD.
• Conduct final checks on availability of Semi-Finished Goods (SFG) and packaging materials, preparing cumulative material requirement reports.
• Identify and escalate SFG and packaging material shortages to Back Process Planning and Procurement teams, mitigating production loss risks.
• Work closely with the QC team to prioritize material release in case of quality-related delays, ensuring timely availability. Specially for Exports.
• Monitor and report pending material deliveries, aligning them with the Master Production Schedule (MPS) for seamless operations.
• Regularly track monthly sales forecasts, ensuring planned production volumes are met by the 20th of each month for local business and container availability for International division.
• Provide SKU-wise Production Priority Reports for products at risk of stockouts, ensuring proactive decision-making.
• Act as a liaison between Demand Planning, Production, Procurement, and IRD/QC teams, ensuring seamless coordination.
• Support the Line Manager in production reviews, contributing to strategic planning and decision-making.
• Resolve BOM and Routing issues in the production orders in coordination with R&D and Production teams.
• Develop contingency plans to manage supply chain disruptions, ensuring business continuity during unforeseen material shortages.
• Monitor and optimize inventory levels to ensure efficient working capital utilization while preventing overstocking or shortages.
• Identify and track Slow-Moving & Obsolete Stock (SLOBs), collaborating with relevant teams to implement liquidation.
• Act as a backup for the Local/ID business planner, ensuring uninterrupted planning functions.
• Participate in special projects assigned by functional/departmental heads, driving efficiency and process improvements.
  
  

Skill Requirements

• Strong attention to detail with accuracy in planning and reporting.
• Excellent communication & stakeholder management for cross-functional coordination.
• Analytical & problem-solving skills to address supply chain disruptions.
• Strong organizational & multitasking abilities to manage priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in SAP (MRP, PP), Power BI, and Excel for planning and reporting.
• Process-driven mindset focused on efficiency and continuous improvement.
  
  

Background Requirements

Education: Degree in Supply Chain / Engineering

Experience: 0-2 years relevant experience preferred.

Location:

Corporate Head Office

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