Manager – Production Planner Full Time

Role Purpose

To lead and manage end-to-end production planning and scheduling for ophthalmic formulation manufacturing (sterile liquids/ointments), ensuring compliance with global regulatory requirements, optimal capacity utilization, and on-time delivery through data-driven, digitized planning systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute monthly, weekly, and daily production plans in line with forecasts, customer demand, regulatory commitments, and plant capacity.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing, QA, QC, Microbiology, Engineering, Warehouse, and Supply Chain for smooth sterile manufacturing operations.
• Ensure optimal inventory management of raw materials, packaging materials, WIP, and finished goods by balancing service levels, shelf‑life constraints, and working capital.
• Monitor line performance, changeovers, campaign planning, and sterile manufacturing constraints; proactively resolve bottlenecks.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, aseptic processing norms, validation requirements, and batch release timelines.
• Drive automation, digitization, and continuous improvement through ERP optimization, dashboards, and analytics.
• Support global regulatory inspections including USFDA, EU, WHO, and other regulated markets.

Planning & Technology

• Strong working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems.
• High level of tech savviness with proven experience in automation and digitization.
• Advanced skills in Excel, Power BI, macros, dashboards, and planning analytics tools.

Behavioral & Cognitive Traits

• Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical capability.
• Ability to understand complex planning problems and implement effective solutions.
• Strong ownership, accountability, and cross-functional communication skills.

Qualifications & Experience

• MBA/M.Pharm preferred or Bachelor of Technology.
• 8–12 years of experience in pharmaceutical production planning (ophthalmic).
• Experience supplying global and regulated markets is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of GMP, aseptic controls, and regulatory supply commitments.