Central Planner

About The Role We are hiring a proactive and detail-oriented Central Planner for our client to manage centralized production planning across multiple units and departments. The ideal candidate will play a key role in coordinating production schedules, ensuring on-time delivery, and optimizing resource allocation across the supply chain. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain centralized production plans across multiple factories/lines Coordinate with merchandising, production, cutting, finishing, and sourcing teams for smooth execution Track order status, capacity utilization, and WIP movement across units Create T&A calendars, monitor critical paths, and ensure timely completion of each stage Analyze production delays or bottlenecks and suggest actionable solutions. Use ERP/planning tools to update order progress, generate reports, and communicate priorities Ensure efficient allocation of orders based on capacity, product type, and deadlines Support the Planning Head/GM with forecasts, planning accuracy reports, and strategic inputs Requirements Skill Set Required Strong understanding of garment production cycles (pre-production to dispatch) Hands-on experience in capacity planning, order tracking, and production calendars Proficiency in Excel, planning dashboards, and ERP systems (SAP, BlueCherry, Infor, etc.) Analytical and data-driven mindset with ability to manage multiple priorities Excellent coordination and communication skills with cross-functional teams Knowledge of buyer compliance and order handling processes is a plus Qualification B.Tech / Diploma in Apparel Production, Textile Technology, or Industrial Engineering Additional certification in Production Planning / Supply Chain Management is advantageous Experience 5–8 years of experience in a centralized planning role within the garment manufacturing or apparel export industry Experience managing 400+ machine capacities and working with multi-style planning environments preferred Benefits To be Discussed. Show more Show less