Hybrid FMCG Production Planner – Demand & Scheduling

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Provident fund

Medical aid

Paid annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, invites applications for a Production Planner to optimize schedules, manage inventories, and coordinate with procurement and logistics in a hybrid role.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, 3+ years FMCG planning experience, strong forecasting and planning software skills (SAP/Oracle), excellent analytical abilities, and adaptability to a hybrid work setup.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field such as SCM, operations, or business administration.
• 3+ years of production planning experience in FMCG.
• Strong forecasting, inventory management, and scheduling knowledge.
• Experience with SAP or Oracle ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate production schedules.
• Collaborate with sales to understand demand patterns.
• Monitor raw materials and finished goods inventory.
• Plan production runs to maximize efficiency.
• Coordinate with procurement for material availability.
• Track progress and report deviations.
• Suggest improvements to planning processes.
• Work with logistics to ensure timely delivery.
• Participate in S&OP meetings.
• Manage planning data and records.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Hybrid work experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management / Operations / Business Administration

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, invites applications for a Production Planner to optimize schedules, manage inventories, and coordinate with procurement and logistics in a hybrid role.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, 3+ years FMCG planning experience, strong forecasting and planning software skills (SAP/Oracle), excellent analytical abilities, and adaptability to a hybrid work setup.