Planning Director (Jordan Garment industry)

An overview of the job role

Lead end-to-end production planning for 20+ garment manufacturing units, ensuring optimal resource utilization,

on-time delivery, and coordination across merchandising, operations, and supply chain to meet global customer

demands and business goals.

Strategic Planning

Production

Coordination

 Develop and implement robust production plans aligned with sales demand, factory

capacity, and delivery timelines.

 Lead centralized planning and factory-level execution across 20+ sewing units

producing for global brands.

 Collaborate with CXOs and GMs (IE, ME, HR, Operations) to ensure cohesive production

strategies.

 Drive product flow, line loading, and shipment readiness across categories and

customer requirements.

Resource

Optimization

Performance

Management

 Monitor manpower allocation, machine availability, and line application to maximize

output and cost efficiency.

 Analyze plan vs. actual performance data and initiate corrective actions.

 Lead continuous improvement through Fast React or other planning tools to enhance

forecast accuracy and reduce WIP/inventory holding.

 Mentor and lead 20+ planning executives and a centralized team, instilling operational

discipline and strategic thinking.

Supply Chain

Integration &

System

Implementation

 Drive planning interface with raw material teams to ensure production continuity and

zero delays.

 Work closely with supply chain teams for inventory flow, order consolidation, and plan

integrity.

 Implement system-based order planning, pack optimization, and automation to drive

efficiency.

 Lead planning digitization and integration across ERP, WFX, or other manufacturing

systems.

General Job

Description

 Comply with all company health, safety, and operational policies.

 Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment.

 Uphold workplace discipline by adhering to all established policies and procedures.

 Follow 5S and lean manufacturing principles to support continuous improvement

Standard Job

Descriptions

 Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by departmental leadership in line with

business needs.

Skills & Competencies

Education:

 Bachelor’s or above (MBA is preferred) in Garment manufacturing/Operations/Supply Chain

Standard Job

Descriptions

Designation GM-Planning

Work Experience:

 20+ years of experience in Strategic Sewing Planning, and 5 years at least in a senior Managerial role.

Technical Skills:

 Proficiency in Production Planning Systems (e.g., Fast React, WFX, SAP)

 Strong understanding of Garment Manufacturing Processes

 Advanced Excel, MIS Reporting & Data Interpretation

 Strong business negotiation

 Strong Financial skills

 Excellent knowledge of manufacturing process

Soft skills:

 Strategic Thinking & Decision-Making

 Stakeholder Management & Collaboration

 Leadership & Team Development

 Effective communication

Linguistic Ability:

 Excellent command in English and fluency in other languages