Job Description

Job Title
Stores & Material Planning Manager
Description
We are looking for a Stores & Material Planning Manager to manage all aspects of material handling at our thermoware manufacturing facility. The role includes responsibility for stores management as well as key planning functions such as material requirement planning, purchase indenting, and production coordination. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in inventory control, inter-department coordination, and ERP systems.
Responsibilities
Oversee receipt, inspection, storage, and issuance of raw materials, bought-out parts (SS bowls, O-rings, etc.), consumables, and packaging.
Prepare weekly and monthly material requirement plans for all departments (molding, foaming, finishing, printing, packing).
Raise timely indents to the Purchase team and follow up for deliveries based on lead times and stock levels.
Coordinate closely with Production, QC, and Purchase to ensure material availability aligns with production plans.
Maintain accurate inventory records in ERP/Tally and conduct regular stock reconciliations.
Generate daily/weekly reports: stock position, shortages, critical materials, and slow-moving inventory.
Ensure compliance with internal controls, housekeeping, 5S, and audit requirements.
Qualifications
Graduate or Diploma in Management, Logistics, or Supply Chain.
6-10 years of experience in stores or material planning in a manufacturing setup (plastics, consumer goods, or related industries preferred).
Strong understanding of MRP, inventory control, and vendor coordination.
Hands-on experience with ERP systems (preferably Tally Prime or equivalent).
Excellent communication, follow-up, and coordination skills.
Ability to work independently and take ownership of plant-level material readiness.
Reporting To
Plant Manager