Senior Engineer Production Planning Control and Buyer

Job description

Job Summary

The Senior PPC Engineer is responsible for end-to-end production planning, scheduling, and control of manufacturing activities for oil & gas components. This role ensures optimal utilization of resources, on-time delivery, inventory optimization, and compliance with quality and industry standards such as API, ASME, and ISO.

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Scheduling

Develop and maintain detailed production plans and schedules based on customer orders, forecasts, and capacity.

Coordinate with sales, design, procurement, and production teams to ensure feasibility of delivery commitments.

Plan machining, fabrication, heat treatment, coating, and assembly operations for oil & gas components.

Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly production performance against plan.

Production Control & Monitoring

Track work-in-progress (WIP), identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions.

Ensure adherence to production schedules while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Analyze production variances and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Manage change requests and rescheduling due to design changes, material delays, or priority shifts.

Inventory & Material Management

Optimize raw material, WIP, and finished goods inventory levels.

Coordinate with procurement for timely availability of critical materials (forged bars, castings, alloys, etc.).

Monitor material consumption and minimize shortages and excess stock.

ERP & Data Management

Lead PPC activities using ERP systems (SAP).

Maintain accurate BOMs, routings, lead times, and master data.

Generate MIS reports related to production efficiency, OTD, capacity utilization, and inventory.

Quality & Compliance

Ensure production plans comply with oil & gas industry standards (API, ASME, NACE, ISO).

Support internal and external audits related to production planning and control.

Collaborate with QA/QC to ensure traceability and documentation requirements are met.

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Buyer / Procurement Responsibilities (30%)

Execute purchase orders for raw materials, bought-out components, tooling, and subcontract services

Source and negotiate with suppliers for machined parts, forgings, castings, fasteners, and special alloys

Manage supplier delivery schedules to align with production requirements

Monitor supplier performance (OTD, quality, responsiveness) and support corrective actions

Coordinate with Quality for supplier approvals, inspections, and documentation requirements

Maintain optimal inventory levels while avoiding shortages or excess stock

Support cost reduction, alternate sourcing, and vendor development initiatives

Leadership & Coordination

Guide and mentor junior PPC engineers and planners.

Act as a key interface between manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and project teams.

Participate in S&OP meetings and strategic planning discussions.

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong expertise in production planning, scheduling, and control

In-depth knowledge of oil & gas manufacturing processes

Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and MS Excel/Power BI

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Excellent coordination and communication abilities

Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Production Engineering

610 years of experience in PPC within oil & gas or heavy engineering manufacturing

Experience with API-certified manufacturing facilities preferred

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

On-time delivery (OTD)

Schedule adherence

Inventory turnover

Capacity utilization

Reduction in production delays and rework