Manager - Garments Planning

1. Production Planning & Scheduling

• Develop detailed production plans and time-action calendars (T&A) based on buyer requirements, order quantity, and capacity;
• Forecast machine and operator requirements in collaboration with the Industrial Engineering (IE) team;
• Plan and allocate sewing line loading as per order priority and efficiency targets;
• Monitor daily and weekly production output versus plan and take corrective actions where required;

2. Capacity Management

• Review factory capacity and ensure orders are aligned with available resources.
• Track actual vs. planned capacity utilization and adjust plans accordingly;
• Identify capacity gaps and propose solutions such as overtime, subcontracting, or line balancing;

3. Coordination with Key Departments

• Work closely with Merchandising to understand buyer requirements, shipment dates, and special instructions;
• Coordinate with Procurement/Supply Chain for raw materials status and ensure all materials are available before production starts;
• Liaise with Cutting, Sewing, Finishing, and Quality departments to ensure smooth workflow across operations;

4. Time & Action (T&A) Management

• Create and manage T&A calendars for all orders.
• Ensure all production stages—sample approvals, fabric in-house, trims in-house, cutting, sewing, finishing, and packing—are on track.
• Escalate deviations and work with relevant teams to resolve delays.

5. Data Analysis & Reporting

• Maintain and update all planning-related data in ERP or planning software;
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly planning performance reports for management;
• Analyze production efficiency, bottlenecks, and constraints to improve performance.