Executive - Planning - MAS Bodyline Horana

Bodyline is a joint venture between MAS Holdings, Triumph International Germany and Mast Industries USA, offering apparel solutions from concept to delivery. Bodyline specializes in producing fitted garments and superior next-to-skin performance wear, and is the go-to vendor for bra innovations. The company has evolved from making simple, minimalist styles for a single customer to multiple styles and silhouettes across product categories for global brands. 

Empower transformation by becoming a driving force of change at MAS. We are on the lookout for a dedicated individual to carry out the Central Planning role in the manufacturing plant by supporting the Value Stream Planner and overseeing all planning-related functions in the designated manufacturing facility to optimize capacity utilization at the set performance levels.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement methods to monitor and adhere to capacity plans and facilitate the optimization of production efficiencies/ plant capacity by moderating variances in products to minimize changeovers and interruptions to continuous flow, thus meeting or exceeding the plant budgeted standard Hours.
• Oversee all planning-related activities in the plant and ensure that the resources, capacity, machinery, etc., are optimally utilized.
• Make timely decisions to resolve disruptions in the process whilst coordinating with relevant teams to ensure that the manufacturing plans are feasible and aligned to customer and organizational objectives.
• Conduct the daily Plant Operation Meeting and get the required attention from the team in driving towards a conclusion of issues raised and managing the total agenda within the given timelines. Take the ownership in resolving daily critical issues and follow up with the respective departments.
• Proactively identify potential issues related to running and upcoming orders in terms of raw material flow, cutting, embellishments, resources, etc. and take corrective actions to mitigate such interruptions.
• Initiate Risk-Analysis meetings for upcoming new styles and identify the bottlenecks in operation and resource constraints while drawing the attention of other stakeholders to potential roadblocks.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS 

• Degree in Engineering / Mathematics or Applied Science from a recognized university.
• A CIMA qualification would be an added advantage.
• 1- 2 years of relevant experience in the apparel industry.
• Good analytical and presentation skills.
• Very good communication skills in both English & Sinhala.