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Assistant Planning Manager JBT253

Supports production or business planning by coordinating schedules, resources, and workflow to achieve targets efficiently.
Department :

ADMINISTRATION

Skill :

Marketing, English, Computer Literarcy, Communication, General

Join a dynamic, Australian-owned sweater manufacturing business at the forefront of the apparel industry. Located in the Biyagama Export Processing Zone (EPZ), we combine premium Australian design with high-caliber Sri Lankan production.

You will be responsible for leading production planning activities to ensure efficient capacity utilization and on-time delivery of customer orders. The role works closely with cross-functional teams to develop production schedules, monitor execution, resolve planning challenges, and drive continuous improvements in operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and oversee production plans to ensure on-time delivery and optimal resource utilization.
  • Coordinate with Production, Merchandising, Procurement, and other departments to align capacity with customer requirements.
  • Monitor production progress, identify potential risks, and implement corrective actions to avoid delays.
  • Optimize production scheduling to improve efficiency, reduce bottlenecks, and maximize capacity utilization.
  • Lead and guide the planning team while ensuring accurate and timely planning data.
  • Analyze planning performance and prepare reports to support management decision-making.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 05–08 years of experience in production planning within a manufacturing or garment environment, including supervisory experience.
  • Strong knowledge of production planning, capacity management, and scheduling.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced MS Excel skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.Results-oriented mindset with a strong focus on continuous improvement.