Production Planning Manager (Toy/Garment/Footwear - Remote)

We are a British-owned toy manufacturing company in Asia, seeking a Production Planning Manager for our Vietnam team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in production planning, with a focus on maintaining high standards and timely delivery. Experience in the toy industry is a plus. We’re looking for a flexible, detail-oriented professional with excellent Excel skills, strong communication abilities, and cross-cultural awareness. The candidate should be eager to grow within the manufacturing industry.

• Working time: Monday to Friday

• Location: Vietnam, with occasional travel required

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules based on customer orders, materials, and

capacity.

• Collaborate with procurement and production teams to ensure timely availability of raw

materials.

• Monitor daily production activities and adjust schedules to meet targets and deadlines.

• Analyze production data to optimize processes, reduce bottlenecks, and improve

efficiency.

• Create detailed reports and track key production metrics using advanced Excel skills.

• Liaise with departments like quality control and logistics to ensure smooth operations.

• Manage inventory levels and materials flow to minimize downtime and delays.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in production planning in the same position, preferably in the toy/ garment/ footwear manufacturing industry.

• Proficiency in SAP for production planning and inventory management.

• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.

• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.

• Fluent in English (written and spoken).

• Strong communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams.

• Detail-oriented with a focus on process improvement and efficiency.

• Willing to travel frequently (Vietnam and overseas)