Production Material Control Manager

Job SummaryThe PMC Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing the Production & Material Control function to ensure smooth manufacturing operations. This role manages production planning, material forecasting, inventory accuracy, scheduling, and coordination between cross-functional teams to achieve optimal delivery performance, cost efficiency, and resource utilization.Key Responsibilities1. Production Planning & SchedulingDevelop and manage the Master Production Plan (MPS) based on customer forecasts, order trends, and capacity analysis.Ensure timely release of production schedules to support on-time delivery (OTD).Monitor production progress and adjust schedules to address bottlenecks or urgent demands.2. Material Planning & Inventory ControlLead material requirement planning (MRP) to ensure sufficient materials without overstocking.Oversee inventory accuracy through cycle count and stock reconciliation activities.Coordinate with procurement on material shortages, lead-time issues, and supplier delivery performance.3. Demand & Supply CoordinationAct as the main liaison between Production, Procurement, Engineering, Warehouse, and Customer Service.Translate customer demand into executable production plans.Balance supply constraints with production capacity to meet customer commitments.4. Data Analysis & ReportingMonitor key KPIs such as OTD, inventory turns, planning accuracy, and buffer status.Provide regular reports to management on material status, production risk, and capacity gaps.Use data to drive continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives.5. Team LeadershipLead, train, and develop the PMC team to strengthen planning, scheduling, and material control capabilities.Ensure strong discipline in planning processes and information accuracy.Drive proactive communication and issue resolution among the team.QualificationsBachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field.Minimum 5–8 years of experience in Production Planning/Material Control, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.Strong knowledge of MRP/MPS, ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/etc.), and inventory management practices.Experience in high-mix, low-volume or precision manufacturing is an advantage.