Junior Production Planner & Operations Coordinator

Ciovita; Oos-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Ciovita is hiring a Junior Production Assistant to support Production Planning, Sourcing, Merchandising and Manufacturing. This entry-level role offers comprehensive training on internal systems and processes and is ideal for organized, detail-oriented candidates looking to start a career in production planning and coordination.

You’ll capture orders, check accuracy, assist with planning updates, track outsourced orders and support branding documentation, while learning across teams.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent is essential.
• Basic to intermediate Microsoft Excel skills required.
• No previous industry or management experience is required.
• Diplomas or certificates in related fields are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Capturing and maintaining production orders and information on internal systems.
• Checking production orders for accuracy and completeness.
• Assisting with production planning updates and ensuring information stays current.
• Tracking outsourced production orders and following up with suppliers on timelines.
• Escalating delays, discrepancies or outstanding items when required.
• Assisting with product cost sheets and ensuring documentation is complete.
• Supporting the Merchandising team with basic sourcing administration.
• Maintaining sourcing, production and branding documentation.
• Helping coordinate vinyl and branding requirements between departments.
• Supporting communication between Production Planning, Merchandising and Sales.
• Keeping company systems and information accurate and up to date.
• Assisting with general day-to-day production administration.

Skills

Highly organized

Detail-oriented

Computer literate

Confident communicator

Reliable and proactive

Curious and eager to learn

Education

Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate

Diploma or Certificate in Production Management

Diploma or Certificate in Operations Management

Diploma or Certificate in Supply Chain Management

Business Administration or related field

Fashion Design or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Ciovita is hiring a Junior Production Assistant to support Production Planning, Sourcing, Merchandising and Manufacturing. This entry-level role offers comprehensive training on internal systems and processes and is ideal for organized, detail-oriented candidates looking to start a career in production planning and coordination.

You’ll capture orders, check accuracy, assist with planning updates, track outsourced orders and support branding documentation, while learning across teams.