PPC Manager

Job Description

PPC Manager (Production Planning & Control)
Company Flexible Packaging Solutions (e.g., AVS Industries Limited)
Department Production Planning & Control (PPC)
Location Ghana
Reports To Plant Head / Operations Head / GM Operations
Employment Type Full-Time
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced PPC Manager to lead the production planning and control function across all manufacturing
departments (extrusion, printing, lamination, slitting, and pouching). The role owns end-to-end planning strategy, capacity
management, OTIF delivery performance, and cross-functional coordination with sales, procurement, quality, and
maintenance — while leading and developing a team of PPC engineers/executives.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Production Planning
• Own the master production schedule (MPS) across all machines/lines based on sales forecasts, order book, and
customer priorities
• Develop capacity planning strategies (short, medium, and long-term) to align production capability with demand
• Drive S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) discussions with sales, procurement, and manufacturing leadership
• Approve and finalize daily/weekly/monthly production plans prepared by the PPC team
Team Leadership & Management
• Lead, mentor, and manage the PPC team (PPC engineers, schedulers, planners)
• Set KPIs/targets for the team and conduct performance reviews
• Build planning capability and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the department
• Train team members on ERP/MRP systems and best planning practices
Capacity & Resource Optimization
• Optimize machine/line allocation (extruders, gravure/flexo presses, lamination, slitting, pouching lines) to maximize
OEE and minimize changeovers
• Identify capacity bottlenecks and recommend debottlenecking or investment plans
• Balance load across shifts and lines to meet peak demand without overtime/cost escalation
Material & Inventory Strategy
• Oversee raw material planning (PE, PP, BOPP, PET, CPP films, inks, adhesives, solvents) in coordination with
procurement
• Set inventory norms for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods to balance service levels and working capital
• Review and approve BOM-based material requirement plans for major/complex orders
Order & Delivery Performance
• Own OTIF (On-Time-In-Full) delivery performance as a key business metric
• Resolve escalations related to delayed orders, capacity conflicts, or material shortages
• Represent PPC in customer/sales review meetings for large or critical accounts
• Drive corrective/preventive actions for chronic delivery or scheduling issues
Process Improvement & Analytics
• Monitor plant-wide OEE, machine utilization, downtime, and wastage trends
• Drive Lean/TPM/Six Sigma initiatives to improve planning accuracy and reduce changeover/wastage
• Implement or improve ERP/MRP/APS (Advanced Planning System) tools for better forecasting and scheduling

• Present MIS/dashboards on planning KPIs to senior management
Cross-Functional Leadership
• Align with Design/Prepress on artwork, cylinder, and plate readiness timelines
• Coordinate with Maintenance on preventive maintenance planning without disrupting production commitments
• Work with Quality to align inspection/release schedules with dispatch timelines
• Liaise with Finance on inventory valuation, working capital, and cost impact of planning decisions
Required Qualifications
Education
B.Tech/B.E. in Mechanical, Production, Industrial, Polymer, or Plastics Engineering (MBA in Operations is a plus)
Experience
8–15 years of experience in PPC, with at least 3–5 years in a managerial/leadership role, in flexible packaging, printing, or
plastics processing industries
Technical Knowledge
• Deep understanding of flexible packaging processes: blown/cast film extrusion, rotogravure/flexo printing,
lamination (solvent-based/solventless), slitting, pouching
• Strong knowledge of substrates (BOPP, PET, PE, CPP, Aluminum foil, paper), inks, and adhesives
• Advanced proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar); exposure to APS tools preferred
• Strong command of MS Excel and data analysis/reporting tools (Power BI a plus)
Preferred Skills
• Strong leadership, people management, and team-building skills
• Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills
• Strategic thinking with strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Certification/working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPM, or Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt preferred)
• Familiarity with quality standards (ISO 9001, BRC/IoPP) and customer audit requirements
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• On-Time In-Full (OTIF) delivery %
• Plant-wide OEE and line utilization
• Inventory turns / working capital tied in raw material & WIP
• Material wastage % and changeover time reduction
• Forecast accuracy and schedule adherence %
• Team productivity and planning cycle time