PPC - Associate Manager

Job Title: Associate Manager – Production Planning & Control (SPD)

Location: Hisar, Haryana
Company: Jindal Stainless Limited (JSL)

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Production Planning & Control (PPC) professional to manage end-to-end production planning, SAP order execution, inventory control, and dispatch coordination for SPD operations. The role requires strong expertise in SAP (PP/MM/SD), production planning, logistics coordination, and MIS reporting to ensure timely order fulfillment and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Monitor Work-in-Progress (WIP), material availability, and order prioritization using SAP.
• Develop and execute daily/weekly production plans aligned with business requirements.
• Track production progress and ensure on-time order completion.
• Identify and resolve production planning bottlenecks through cross-functional coordination.

SAP Order Management & System Execution

• Create, release, and confirm production orders in SAP / Apriso.
• Manage material postings, batch management, and stock updates in SAP.
• Ensure data accuracy and system compliance across SAP PP/MM/SD modules.
• Perform system-based weight tracking and inventory reconciliation.

Inventory & Material Management

• Monitor inventory levels, stock status, and batch movements.
• Ensure optimal material availability for uninterrupted production.
• Maintain accurate real-time inventory data in ERP systems.

Dispatch Planning & Logistics Coordination

• Plan and execute daily dispatch schedules based on customer demand and logistics availability.
• Coordinate container planning for export and domestic shipments.
• Create Outbound Deliveries (OBD) in SAP for dispatch execution.
• Ensure accurate documentation for shipments (containers/trucks).

MIS Reporting & Data Analysis

• Prepare and publish daily MIS reports, dispatch reports, OBD reports, and order status reports.
• Generate weekly and monthly performance reports for management review.
• Analyze production delays, dispatch gaps, and process deviations.
• Recommend corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to improve efficiency.

Stakeholder & Cross-functional Coordination

• Collaborate with Production, Sales, Supply Chain, and Logistics teams.
• Ensure alignment between production planning, order fulfillment, and dispatch schedules.
• Drive effective communication and follow-ups for timely execution.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Expertise in SAP ERP (PP, MM, SD modules)
• Strong knowledge of Production Planning, PPC, Dispatch Planning, Logistics Management
• Experience in Container Planning, Export/Import Logistics
• Advanced MS Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, MIS Reporting, Data Analysis)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Effective stakeholder management and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical / Metallurgy / Industrial Engineering
• MBA in Operations / Supply Chain Management (preferred)

Experience Required

• 5–8 years of experience in Production Planning & Control / PPC / Supply Chain / Manufacturing Operations
• Experience in Steel / Metals / Heavy Manufacturing industry preferred

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Production Plan Adherence (%)
• On-Time Delivery (OTD)
• Dispatch Adherence & OBD Closure
• Inventory Accuracy (%)
• Reduction in Production & Dispatch Delays