Our client is a one of the world’s largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies who are present in Cambodia as well. They are looking for a Production Planner, Footwear, who will support the execution of PO management process including PO creation, handling exceptions and overseeing the completion of order change request. You will support a sustainable performance Team by working collectively with Planning Team, Brand and Vendors ensuring deliveries are met on time. He/she will be based in Phnom Penh.

• Oversees the completion of the PO management process. 

• Communicate with Brand, Regions and Vendors to manage exceptions and order change requests.

• Support Direct Line Manager in the driving continuous improvement initiatives/processes for your country.

• Vendor Management.

• Change Management & Process Improvement Implementation

• As part of the role, this position is responsible for providing relevant and accurate data, highlighting risks and opportunities, for internal and external stakeholders 

• To succeed, you will utilize both relationship building and strong analytical skill sets to drive decision making that ensures processes are integrated and aligned across all regions 

• Own the execution of PO management process including purchase order creation (where applicable) and change memo issuing in accordance with business requirements 

• Analyze weekly exception and unconfirmed PO’s ensuring the execution of actions to resolve issues and maintain CRD dates 

• Collaborate with Global Material Supply, QA and vendors to ensure on time deliveries, escalation of issues where required 

• Partner with the company’s Logistics and Vendors to optimize delivery times ensuring on time delivery 

• Measure & monitor factory KPIs and ensure that Vendor scorecards are maintained 

• Prepare detailed analytics with clear action points on a continuous basis including production tracking tools to provide effective and timely visibility to Brand & Regions 

• Act as a change agent/ambassador throughout the Product Supply and Supply Chain organization by building trust with various levels in the organization, communicate clearly and consistently business objectives and management vision.

Production Planning Manager

• Minimum Relevant Experience: At least 2 years’ experience in planning, with ideally some exposure to manufacturing and/or consumer goods such as footwear, clothing, bags

• Minimum Degree Held: University/College degree/diploma or above

• Excellent English (writing and speaking) skills. Cantonese and/or Mandarin a plus.

• Excellent Excel, Power Point and Presentation skill.  

• Strong analytical skills and systems knowledge, experience in SAP or Cognos preferred

• Possesses deep functional subject matter knowledge

• Understanding of supply chain processes. 

• Might need to travel as needed

• Proven experience in development of knitted and woven apparel with an exposure to handling a diverse product collection will be an advantage