Production Planner

About the role

Zuria Dor is hiring a Production Planner in Lahore. The role covers production and related tasks for processing client orders and new product development, acting as the link between operations, design and client services and external vendors. It monitors production from purchase order placement to warehouse receipt so that products are ready each month.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and oversee the complete production process from order to final delivery
• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules and timelines
• Keep production cost-effective while meeting quality standards
• Coordinate procurement of raw materials such as fabric, embellishments, embroidery and adda work
• Monitor inventory levels and approve fabric submissions and raw materials with department heads
• Maintain accurate costing and communicate changes to planning teams and management
• Manage vendor relationships, including onboarding new vendors
• Adjust schedules to meet deadlines and implement quality control measures
• Liaise with design, client advisory, embellishment and stitching teams, track deliverables and resolve bottlenecks
• Confirm final costing and delivery timelines, prepare production and raw material reports, and supervise production teams where required

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Fashion or a related field
• 2-4 years of experience in apparel production, product development or production planning
• Strong knowledge of fabrics, embellishment materials, embroidery and adda work
• Experience with order management or product development systems
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools
• Structured documentation and production tracking systems
• Planning, time management, communication and problem-solving skills