Hybrid Production Planner — Schedule & Optimize(Queenstown)

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary reviews and benefits

Medical aid and retirement fund

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Paid leave and holidays

Supportive team in Queenstown

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Production Planner for our Queenstown-based manufacturing operations. You will develop and maintain detailed schedules, coordinate material availability with procurement, and monitor progress to adjust plans as needed.

The role requires strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and a solid understanding of planning, scheduling, and inventory management. Hybrid work arrangements are available, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience as Production Planner in manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of planning, scheduling, inventory management.
• Proficiency with ERP and production planning software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and coordination across departments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules for all lines.
• Coordinate with procurement to ensure material availability.
• Monitor progress and adjust schedules as needed.
• Collaborate with sales and logistics to ensure timely delivery.
• Analyze data to identify efficiency improvements.
• Prepare status, performance, and inventory reports.

Skills

Production planning

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Supply Chain Management / Operations Management degree

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Production Planner for our Queenstown-based manufacturing operations. You will develop and maintain detailed schedules, coordinate material availability with procurement, and monitor progress to adjust plans as needed.

The role requires strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and a solid understanding of planning, scheduling, and inventory management. Hybrid work arrangements are available, with opportunities for professional development.