Planning Supervisor

Position Summary: The Planning Supervisor provides management and leadership to the team including assigning, directing and reviewing work products, training and promoting and complying with affirmative action programs to achieve equal opportunity objectives. The Planning Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the planning and scheduling activities within the organization. This role ensures that all projects and operations are effectively coordinated to meet deadlines and quality standards. The Planning Supervisor will develop, implement, and maintain planning processes, work closely with various departments, and provide leadership and guidance to the planning team Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Oversees a 24/7 transport planning team responsible for coordinating daily transportation schedules between factory, port, and dealerships. • Develops and implements efficient transportation plans to ensure timely delivery Monitor and manage the performance of the transport planning team, providing guidance, support, and training as needed. • Monitors performance of transport companies. • Ensures compliance with industry regulations, safety standards, and company policies in all transportation activities. • Utilizes transportation management systems to track shipments, manage schedules, and maintain accurate records of transport activities. • Analyses transportation data to identify areas for improvement, implement solutions, and report on key performance indicators to senior management.Plans the daily working operation and coordinate with service provider jobs to be done. • Develops detailed project schedules, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. • Tracks the progress of projects and operations, identifying any potential delays or issues, and implementing corrective actions as needed. • Ensures optimal allocation and utilization of resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to meet project requirements. • Supervises and mentors the planning team, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities to ensure high performance and job satisfaction. • Works closely with various departments, including production, procurement, and logistics, to coordinate planning activities and ensure alignment with overall business objectives. • Analyses data and performance metrics to identify trends, areas for improvement, and opportunities for optimization in planning processes. • Prepares and presents regular reports on planning activities, project status, and performance metrics to senior management. • Ensures all planning activities comply with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. • Leads and participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning processes, tools, and systems. Direct Reports: Operations Planner Transportation Planner Requirements: a) Education and/or Work Experience: • 3-7 years working transport management in the logistics field. • Associate degree/HND level qualification Business Administration, or related field required. • Bilingual in English. b) Competencies/Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities): • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Excellent organizational and time-management abilities. • Proficiency in planning and scheduling software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, SAP). • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. • Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and efficiency. • Leadership and team-building capabilities. • Highly motivated, business-oriented, and proactive. • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. • Effective management of multiple priorities and deadlines. • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills. • Self-starter who motivates others to enhance their work quality. • Excellent team player with exceptional organizational and time management skills. • Familiarity with supply chain management, production processes, and project management principles.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Excellent organizational and time-management abilities. • Proficiency in planning and scheduling software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, SAP). • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. • Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.