Sr Planning Specialist - Emirati Talent

External Job Description

Key Functional Responsibilities

• Monitor forecasts, master production schedules, delivery/PDI, and production schedules.
• Coordinate with BDS, Stores & Logistics, Procurement, and Production teams.
• Lead production planning, scheduling, and forecasting activities.
• Provide insights to improve efficiency and reduce cost.
• Prioritize operations to ensure maximum performance and minimal delays.
• Determine manpower, equipment, and raw materials required for production demand.
• Prepare and update MRP and Bills of Materials in ERP.
• Prepare, release, and monitor production orders/job cards in ERP.
• Prepare production and storage forecast reports.
• Ensure effective communication across departments to maintain achievable production.
• Prepare and update production/delivery dashboards for management.
• Inform internal customers of production changes.
• Maintain production schedules aligned with customer requirements.
• Integrate world-class safety, health, and environmental standards into processes.
• Assist in monthly production forecasts.
• Confirm delivery dates with the BDS Department.
• Create weekly production schedules and coordinate with Team Leaders.
• Monitor material supply, identify discrepancies between forecasts, sales cycles, inventory, and WIP, and recommend purchasing adjustments.
• Check status of in-stock or scheduled components.
• Achieve 100% accuracy in delivery timelines and information provided to team members.
• Ensure legal compliance and reduce risk of non-compliance.
• Advise managers on best-practice policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality, uphold company values, and supervise junior staff.

Key HSE Responsibilities

• Follow OSH instructions and safe working procedures.
• Use appropriate PPE and safety systems.
• Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures.
• Avoid actions that endanger health and safety.
• Assist with risk assessments.
• Report OSH hazards, incidents, and issues.

Qualifications And Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in manufacturing, particularly in production planning, operations, scheduling, and forecasting.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, preferably in the defence industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong skills in sales forecasting and trend analysis.
• Fluent in Arabic and English
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