Strategic Production Planner – Automotive Manufacturing

Placements24; Lorenziberg; On-site; EUR 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Production Planning Specialist for an on-site role in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, ZA. You will develop schedules, coordinate materials, and monitor progress to optimize production flow and meet demand.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in a related field and has 3+ years of planning experience in manufacturing, with strong ERP/MRP proficiency and excellent organizational skills. This role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in operations management, industrial engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years in production planning or scheduling within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of production processes, capacity planning and MRP.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and production planning software.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of the automotive components industry is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on demand forecasts, capacity, and material availability.
• Coordinate with the procurement team to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components.
• Monitor production progress on the shop floor and adjust schedules as needed.
• Collaborate with quality assurance to ensure production meets quality standards.
• Analyze production data to identify trends and optimize scheduling efficiency.
• Manage inventory levels of work-in-progress and finished goods.
• Communicate production schedules and updates to stakeholders.
• Identify bottlenecks and propose proactive solutions.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to production planning and control.
• Maintain accurate records of production plans, schedules, and performance metrics.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management/Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Production Planning Specialist for an on-site role in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, ZA. You will develop schedules, coordinate materials, and monitor progress to optimize production flow and meet demand.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in a related field and has 3+ years of planning experience in manufacturing, with strong ERP/MRP proficiency and excellent organizational skills. This role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement.