Production Planning Manager

About the role

Alwan Textile, a growing cotton textile and fabric manufacturer, is seeking an experienced Production Planning Manager to lead production planning. The role ensures that production decisions align with market demand, sales forecasts, inventory levels, and available capacity.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain monthly and annual production plans based on demand forecasts, historical sales, inventory levels, and production capacity.
• Analyze historical sales and product movement to identify demand patterns and production requirements.
• Coordinate with Sales to understand expected demand, customer requirements, and upcoming orders.
• Determine required production quantities for different fabric qualities, types, and colors.
• Balance production requirements with available capacity across weaving, dyeing, and finishing processes.
• Monitor inventory levels and recommend production adjustments to avoid overstocking or shortages.
• Identify fast‑moving and slow‑moving products and recommend appropriate production quantities.
• Follow up on production plans, compare planned vs. actual production, and address bottlenecks.
• Prepare regular planning reports, forecasts, and management dashboards.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, textile engineering, supply chain, production planning, or a related field.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in production planning, preferably within the textile, weaving, dyeing, or cotton fabric industry.
• Strong understanding of textile production processes, especially weaving, dyeing, and finishing.
• Strong analytical and forecasting skills with good inventory management knowledge.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills.
• Experience with ERP systems (preferred).
• Strong communication and coordination abilities.