Role Overview The Senior Planning Engineer will lead production planning activities, optimize resource utilization, ensure delivery commitments, and drive continuous improvement in planning processes. Key Responsibilities · Lead preparation of Master Production Schedules (MPS). · Perform capacity planning, machine loading, and manpower allocation. · Ensure alignment of production plans with sales forecasts and customer delivery commitments. · Monitor and control WIP levels, inventory planning, and material availability. · Analyze and optimize lead times, routing, and BOM accuracy. · Drive resolution of production bottlenecks and implement corrective actions. · Conduct detailed Plan vs Actual variance analysis and improve schedule adherence. · Ensure effective usage of ERP/MRP systems for production tracking and reporting. · Coordinate closely with Stores for Raw Material planning and issue control. · Generate advanced MIS & performance dashboards for senior management. · Mentor junior planning engineers and streamline PPC processes. Requirements Required Skills · Strong knowledge of production planning & control · Expertise in ERP systems (SAP / Oracle preferred) · Strong analytical and problem-solving skills · Good understanding of manufacturing workflows · Leadership and team coordination skills · Advanced Excel & reporting skills NOTE: Interested candidates can share their CV's to recruitment3@zentechnologies.com