Agricultural Production Planner

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Agricultural Production Planner to join our client in Upington, Northern Cape. The role focuses on developing schedules, forecasting needs, and coordinating with farm teams to optimise yields.

You will manage planting, irrigation, and harvesting cycles, monitor progress, and collaborate with procurement to ensure timely inputs. A degree in Agriculture or Agronomy and at least four years of production planning experience are required.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Agriculture, Agronomy, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in agricultural production planning or farm management.
• Strong understanding of crop cycles, cultivation techniques, and resource management.
• Proficiency in planning software and agricultural management systems.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production plans for planting, irrigation, and harvesting cycles.
• Forecast resource requirements, such as seeds, fertilizers, water, and labour, based on production plans.
• Coordinate with farm managers, supervisors, and field staff to ensure timely execution of planned activities.
• Monitor production progress against the plan, identifying deviations and implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of production data, yields, and resource utilization.
• Collaborate with the procurement team to ensure timely availability of inputs.
• Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement in efficiency and yield.

Skills

Agronomy

Production planning

Data analysis

Team coordination

Communication

Education

Degree or Diploma in Agriculture/Agronomy

Tools

Planning software

Agricultural management systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Agricultural Production Planner to join their team in Upington, Northern Cape . This role is essential for optimizing the planning and execution of agricultural production cycles, ensuring efficient resource allocation and maximum yield. You will be responsible for developing production schedules, forecasting needs, and coordinating with various departments to ensure smooth operations. This position requires a strong understanding of agricultural processes, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment. It's a key role in supporting sustainable and productive farming in the arid regions of the Northern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production plans for all agricultural activities, including planting, irrigation, and harvesting cycles.
• Forecast resource requirements, such as seeds, fertilizers, water, and labour, based on production plans.
• Coordinate with farm managers, supervisors, and field staff to ensure timely execution of planned activities.
• Monitor production progress against the plan, identifying deviations and implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of production data, yields, and resource utilization.
• Collaborate with the procurement team to ensure timely availability of necessary inputs.
• Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement in efficiency and yield.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Agriculture, Agronomy, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in agricultural production planning or farm management.
• Strong understanding of crop cycles, cultivation techniques, and resource management.
• Proficiency in using planning software and agricultural management systems.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Hybrid work model, balancing planning with farm oversight.
• Medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development in agricultural planning and management.
• Contribution to the advancement of agriculture in the unique climate of Upington .