A Production Planning & Control (PPC) role involves creating and managing production schedules, coordinating resources (materials, manpower, equipment) with departments like Procurement, Manufacturing, and Logistics, monitoring progress, resolving bottlenecks, and analyzing data to optimize efficiency, minimize costs, and ensure timely delivery, often using ERP systems like SAP. Key responsibilities include demand forecasting, material requirement planning (MRP), capacity planning, shop floor coordination, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives to meet customer demands and operational goals.