Hybrid Production Planner & Scheduler - Sandton

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Professional development

Hybrid work

Wellness programs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Production Planner and Scheduler in Sandton, Gauteng, to optimize production schedules, manage capacity and materials, and partner with procurement, production, and sales. The role blends strategic planning with on-site coordination to ensure on-time delivery and efficient resource use.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in operations or related field, 4+ years in manufacturing planning, and hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP/Oracle).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in operations management, supply chain management, industrial engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years of production planning, scheduling, or similar experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on demand forecasts and capacity.
• Coordinate with procurement to ensure timely availability of raw materials.
• Monitor progress, identify delays, and implement corrective actions.
• Manage inventory levels of materials and finished goods to minimize costs.
• Collaborate with sales to understand requirements and delivery timelines.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to optimize schedules and resources.
• Analyze production data to identify improvements in efficiency.
• Communicate schedules to stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Planning expertise

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle ERP

Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Production Planner and Scheduler in Sandton, Gauteng, to optimize production schedules, manage capacity and materials, and partner with procurement, production, and sales. The role blends strategic planning with on-site coordination to ensure on-time delivery and efficient resource use.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in operations or related field, 4+ years in manufacturing planning, and hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP/Oracle).