Hybrid Production Planner | Optimize Manufacturing Schedules

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane, SA is seeking a Production Planner to optimize manufacturing schedules and resource allocation. The role balances demand with capacity, coordinates with production, sales and supply chain teams, and supports on-site shop floor alignment.

The candidate should have strong numerical skills, excellent communication, and solid understanding of manufacturing processes. Hybrid work model with on-site interactions is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.
• Experience in production planning and scheduling.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and advanced Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed production schedules based on sales forecasts, order priorities, and capacity.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules to disruptions.
• Collaborate with procurement to ensure raw materials availability.
• Coordinate with sales and logistics for on-time delivery of finished goods.
• Analyze data to identify bottlenecks and improve scheduling processes.
• Maintain accurate planning records and generate regular reports.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Organizational skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

MRP systems

Excel

Job description

Placements24 in Polokwane, SA is seeking a Production Planner to optimize manufacturing schedules and resource allocation. The role balances demand with capacity, coordinates with production, sales and supply chain teams, and supports on-site shop floor alignment.

The candidate should have strong numerical skills, excellent communication, and solid understanding of manufacturing processes. Hybrid work model with on-site interactions is offered.