FMCG Production Planner

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid and retirement fund

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Stable work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized FMCG Production Planner to join the Mahikeng operations team. You will develop and maintain production schedules, forecast demand, manage material requirements, and minimize downtime to ensure timely delivery of products.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of FMCG planning experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle). This is a full-time on-site role in Mahikeng with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum 3 years of production planning or scheduling experience in FMCG.
• Proficiency with planning software/ERP (SAP/Oracle).
• Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational abilities.
• Excellent communication and cross-departmental collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed production schedules to meet demand and optimize output.
• Coordinate with inventory to ensure raw material availability.
• Monitor progress and resolve deviations or bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with procurement on material requirements planning (MRP).
• Analyze data to identify efficiency improvements and cost savings.
• Ensure effective communication across production, warehousing and logistics.

Skills

Production planning

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and analytical FMCG Production Planner to join their operations team in Mahikeng. This critical role involves developing and maintaining efficient production schedules that ensure optimal resource utilization and timely delivery of fast-moving consumer goods. You will work closely with production, inventory, and procurement teams to forecast demand, manage material requirements, and minimize production downtime. The ideal candidate possesses strong planning skills, a deep understanding of manufacturing processes, and a commitment to operational excellence within the FMCG industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed production schedules to meet demand forecasts and optimize manufacturing output for FMCG products.
• Coordinate with inventory management to ensure availability of raw materials and components.
• Monitor production progress against schedules, identifying and resolving any deviations or bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with the procurement team on material requirements planning (MRP).
• Analyze production data to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements and cost savings.
• Ensure effective communication between production, warehousing, and logistics teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in production planning or scheduling, preferably in the FMCG manufacturing sector.
• Proficiency in using planning software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to work across different departments.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing production demands.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for performance-related bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training in production planning.
• A stable and supportive working environment within a leading FMCG company.