Head of Planning

Lead and drive end-to-end production planning by buyer, by factory, and by line to ensure balanced capacity utilization and timely fulfillment of orders from customers. Align factory planning teams under a centralized framework to optimize resources, meet shipment commitments, and support business profitability.

Principal Accountabilities:

1.   
Develop and oversee
the consolidated production plan by buyer, factory, and line to ensure balanced allocation of capacity and resources across all units.

2.   
Align and integrate
factory-level planning activities with the corporate planning framework to achieve uniformity, efficiency, and consistency in order execution.

3.   
Monitor and adjust
production schedules across factories and washing plants to ensure timely fulfillment of buyer orders and shipment commitments.

4.   
Coordinate and validate
buyer demand with available capacity to maximize utilization and minimize idle time or bottlenecks.

5.   
Collaborate and synchronize
with merchandising, production, and quality teams to ensure planned orders are executable and aligned with buyer expectations.

6.   
Track and report
on production progress against plans to enable management visibility and proactive decision-making.

7.   
Anticipate and resolve
planning conflicts, capacity mismatches, or delays to safeguard on-time delivery performance and protect buyer relationships.

8.   
Support and guide
planning teams in each factory to build capability, maintain accuracy, and strengthen the overall planning discipline.

9.   
Ensure
compliance with corporate policies, buyer requirements, and operational standards to maintain credibility with international customers and support long-term business growth.

Context & Environment of the Work:

The Planning Head at
Standard MH Group
, based at the Business Hub in TIC and reporting directly to the CEO, serves as the central link between buyer demand and production execution across 7 woven factories and 2 washing plants. The role translates requirements from renowned European and US brands into factory- and line-level production plans that balance capacity, optimize resources, and ensure timely fulfillment. Close coordination with Plant Heads and Key Account Managers (KAMs) is essential to align schedules, validate capacities, and resolve delivery challenges. While centrally based, the role requires regular presence in factories to monitor execution and guide planning teams.

Qualifications

1)   Context & Environment of the Work:

Standard MH Group (SMHG) is a leading RMG manufacturer in Bangladesh, serving international buyers across Europe and the USA through
7 woven manufacturing plants and 2 washing plants
. The
Group Quality Head
, based at the Corporate Head Office in Mohakhali and reporting to the DMD, is responsible for establishing a unified quality assurance framework and robust management system across all factories. The role provides leadership and guidance to
Factory Quality Managers
while
collaborating closely with KAMs
to ensure quality standards are embedded in production and order execution. It involves developing and updating SOPs, monitoring quality performance, analyzing trends, and recommending corrective and preventive actions to prevent recurring defects. The position requires hands-on engagement with plant quality teams and coordination with production heads to drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with global buyer requirements. Ultimately, the role ensures SMHG consistently delivers products that meet or exceed customer expectations, protecting the Group's reputation and competitiveness in the international market.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering, Industrial & Production Engineering (IPE), or Business Administration (with concentration in Operations, Supply Chain, or Finance).

Master's degree (MBA in Supply Chain / Operations / Industrial Management) preferred but not mandatory if experience is strong.

Professional certifications in Production Planning, Supply Chain Management, or Lean Manufacturing will be an added advantage.

Experience

· –15 years of progressive experience in the RMG / Textile industry, with at least 5–7 years in a senior planning leadership role.

·      Proven track record of capacity planning, order allocation, and line-level production scheduling across multiple factories.

·      Strong experience in working with international buyers/brands (Europe and USA) with clear understanding of compliance, lead times, and shipment commitments.

·      Demonstrated ability to coordinate with Plant Heads, Merchandising/KAM teams, and Production leadership in large, multi-location operations.

·      Hands-on knowledge of planning tools, ERP systems, and factory MIS/dashboards to track production, capacity, and shipment status.