Assistant Manager – Production Planning and Control (PPC)
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 10+ years
- Category
- Not specified
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor's degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Production Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline
- Minimum 10–15 years of experience in Production Planning and Control (PPC) within steel manufacturing, rolling mills, or heavy industrial environments
- Strong knowledge of production planning and scheduling, inventory management, material requirements planning (MRP), ERP systems, dispatch coordination, and manufacturing processes
- Good analytical, coordination, communication, and reporting skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP applications
- Experience working in industrial manufacturing environments with strong production planning and coordination capabilities
- Familiarity with rolling mill production processes, inventory and dispatch management, ERP-based planning systems, and production reporting
- Ability to work under pressure and effectively manage multiple operational priorities
- Good understanding of IMS documentation and operational compliance requirements
Full description
We are hiring an Assistant Manager – Production Planning and Control (PPC) for one of our clients, a leading metal and steel manufacturing company based in Abu Dhabi, UAE.**
About Our Client**
Our client is a leading metal and steel manufacturing company based in Abu Dhabi, UAE, recognized for delivering high-quality steel products and engineering solutions to a wide range of industries. With a strong commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and safety, the company operates state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and adheres to international quality standards. **
Key Responsibilities**
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production plans based on
customer orders, production capacity, inventory levels, and business priorities
- Coordinate with production departments to ensure adherence
to production schedules and delivery commitments
- Monitor production progress and provide management with
updates on production status, delays, bottlenecks, and corrective actions
- Coordinate with stores and procurement teams to ensure the
timely availability of raw materials, consumables, spare parts, and packing
materials
- Track inventory levels of raw materials, finished goods, and
work-in-progress materials
- Prepare production reports, dispatch reports, MIS reports,
and operational performance summaries
- Coordinate dispatch planning and ensure the timely delivery
of finished goods in line with customer requirements
- Monitor production efficiency, capacity utilization, yield,
and wastage trends
- Support the implementation of ERP systems and maintain
accurate production planning records and data
- Coordinate with maintenance teams regarding shutdown
planning and its impact on production
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to
planning accuracy, production optimization, and inventory control
- Ensure compliance with the Integrated Management System
(IMS), including ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018
- Ensure planning and coordination activities comply with
company quality procedures and operational controls
- Support the implementation of operational controls to