Head Production Planning and Control

  • Tuticorin
  • 30.04.2025
  • Full-time
  • Fixed-Term

GALA GROUP, Headquarter in Ansbach Germany is one of the world’s leading and fastest growing manufacturers of candles, scented candles, fragrances and home accessories with approximately 3,500 employees and production sites in Europe, North Amerika and India. As dedicated private label experts and brand specialists we perfectly address the specific needs of customers and our retail, e-commerce and branded goods partners worldwide with customized private label solutions and brands. Our unique and diverse global network of in-house trend and design experts, brand specialists, retail and e-commerce talent and research and development teams help us stay at the forefront of trends and innovations that excite our customers
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Gala Group India is a global leader in crafting premium candles, home scents, and décor solutions, redefining how the world experiences comfort and style. As one of India's largest manufacturers in these categories, we are a trusted partner for the world’s most iconic retailers and lifestyle brands, delivering innovation and quality to homes in over 75 countries.

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Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute monthly, quarterly, and annual production plans aligned with business forecasts
  • Align production plans with sales, market demand, and inventory targets
  • Lead S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) processes across units
  • Analyse plant capacity and define optimal production schedules
  • Identify capacity constraints and recommend expansion or load balancing solutions
  • Coordinate raw material and packaging material requirements with Procurement team
  • Maintain optimal inventory levels (FG, RM, WIP) to avoid stockouts or overstocking
  • Work closely with warehouse and logistics to ensure dispatch alignment
  • Ensure demand-supply balancing through accurate forecasting and order analysis
  • Implement and maintain effective planning tools.
  • Lead initiatives for planning automation, lead time reduction, and process improvements
  • Monitor KPIs: OTIF (On-Time In-Full), adherence to plan, production efficiency
  • Lead a team of PPC professionals across units/plants
  • Facilitate daily/weekly production meetings with Manufacturing and Sales.

Key Competencies and Qualifications

  • B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical, Production, Industrial Engineering, or related fields.

What we offer

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Interested?

We are looking for receiving your application with the salary requirements and the possible start date. Your contact person:

Jancy M
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