About this role: This role is responsible for assisting Production Manager in developing a consolidated forecast, production plans, managing seasonal & monthly production schedules to optimize production efficiency, meet customer demands & the Roastery requirements.
1. Key Accountabilities: Production Planning and Scheduling
Develops and monitors production plans and schedules to deliver against manufacturing budgets, including inventory accuracy, cost of goods sold (COGS), labor, and other productivity targets.
Analyze sales forecasts, production capacity, market trends, and customer demands to accurately anticipate production requirements.
Build and maintain reports related to forecast, demand plan, and production data.
Resource Allocation
Allocate resources, including labor, equipment, and materials, to meet production targets.
Ensure that production lines are staffed adequately and that equipment is utilized properly.
Inventory Management
Monitor and report on deviations in actual versus planned inventory levels of raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods, ensuring optimal stock levels while minimizing waste and obsolescence.
Build and maintain reports related to forecast, demand plan, and production data.
Coordinate with Procurement team to order materials as needed.
Continuous Improvement
Analyze production data and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement, such as reducing production costs, enhancing productivity, and optimizing production flow.
Verify historical data accuracy, define root cause impacting forecast accuracy, and propose initiatives for improvement.
Implement improvement initiatives in production planning processes, systems, and tools to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and responsiveness to changing business needs.
Job Requirement
2. Job Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Management Information System/ Supply Chain, or other applicable fields.
03+ years of working experience in production planning within a manufacturing environment, preferably in the food or beverage industry.
Knowledge of production planning principles, techniques, and best practices.
Able to demonstrate strong numerical capability with a passion for detailed analysis.
Understanding of Manufacturing challenges and manufacturing performance leverage is a plus.
Proficiency in using production planning software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
Skills (Ability to):
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively under pressure.
Strong analytical and design thinking skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
Adaptability to changing production demands and priorities.
Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly convey insights and implications from data analysis and reports.
Proficiency in both written and spoken English.
Working hours: as per business needs.
Working location: Ba Ria - Vung Tau (Provide shuttle bus from Ho Chi Minh City)
Willingness to work flexible hours and travel as required.
