Production Planning & Control (PPC) Manager

ABOUT THE COMPANY BURN is an eclectic group of designers, builders, and visionaries who are committed to making stoves that can transform lives and save forests. Our goal is not just to provide clean burning wood and charcoal stoves but to provide a range of super fuel efficient stoves for the 2 billion people who will inhabit sub Saharan Africa by 2050. Read below to find out a bit more about the members of the team. JOB SUMMARY Skills and ExperienceMinimum 10 years of progressive experience in factory operations, preferably with at least 5 years in a leadership or managerial role overseeing production planning and execution.Strong preference for candidates with experience in sheet metal manufacturing, appliances, or similar industrial production environments.Technical Expertise:In-depth understanding of production planning, scheduling, and factory operations.Strong knowledge of capacity planning, throughput optimization, WIP and inventory management, and operational KPIs.Experience with ERP/MRP or advanced planning systems.Leadership & Management Skills:Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams, including production, scheduling, maintenance, and quality.Skilled in coaching, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams.Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make operational decisions under pressure.Operational Excellence:Demonstrated ability to meet throughput targets, optimize cost per unit, and improve operational efficiency.Strong focus on quality, safety, and delivery commitments.Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred. Advanced degrees or certifications in operations management is an advantage. RESPONSIBILITIES Strategic Planning & Production ControlOwn the overall production planning and scheduling process for the factory.Ensure that the Inventory Plan (IP) is feasible and executable across all assembly lines.Monitor production performance and line capacity, adjusting plans to achieve throughput, efficiency, and cost targets.Implement process improvements to enhance production flow, reduce bottlenecks, and optimize resource utilization.Team Management & LeadershipManage, mentor, and develop the Production Scheduling Manager and Production Manager.Set performance objectives and review KPIs for both roles, ensuring alignment with factory and organizational goals.Provide guidance on decision-making related to schedule adjustments, resource allocation, and operational priorities.Coordination Between Planning & ExecutionEnsure tight alignment between the Production Scheduling Manager (planning) and Production Manager (execution).Facilitate regular PPC meetings to review schedules, throughput targets, material availability, labor readiness, and operational constraints.Resolve conflicts between planning and execution teams, balancing capacity, resource limitations, and delivery commitments.KPI Ownership & Performance ManagementOwn factory-level PPC KPIs, inc