Mill Planning - Enstra

Kimberly-Clark; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consumer goods company in South Africa seeks a candidate to manage production planning and material scheduling at their Enstra Mill. The ideal applicant has a relevant degree, 3-5 years of planning experience in FMCG, and excels in analytical tasks. Join a team committed to driving innovation and growth while enjoying competitive pay and employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Medical insurance

Provident fund for retirement savings

Learning and growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant planning experience in an FMCG manufacturing site.
• Experience of detailed planning and material management with knowledge of physical supply-chain structures.
• Experience in fast-moving environments where product promotions and innovation drive constant change.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and audit production planning and appropriate material scheduling.
• Ensure efficient management of ongoing Mill Production plans.
• Lead stock capacity and management for principal materials.
• Network with appropriate stakeholders regarding operational and logistical planning.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel skills

Communication skills

SAP knowledge

Ability to operate under pressure

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

Closing date

Friday 14th November

Overview

You're not the person who will settle for just any role.

In this role you will help deliver better care for billions of people around the world by building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground‑breaking brands.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and audit production planning and appropriate material scheduling in a cost‑effective way that meets business requirements.
• Ensure and implement the efficient management of ongoing Mill Production plans to facilitate sales and production capability.
• Ensure and implement ongoing material ordering and scheduling for the Mill and appropriate external manufacturing locations including raw materials and packaging.
• Lead stock capacity and management for principal materials.
• Lead and participate in appropriate Mill and external system development to ensure the Mill optimizes its resources and its technologies in providing accurate, timely and useful information.
• Maintain the Mill internal control system in line with Kimberly‑Clark CFI's.
• Network with appropriate Mill, region and sector EMEA IFP stakeholders with respect to operational, logistic, sales, marketing and business product planning.
• Lead the rapid resolution of production planning issues arising because of variations to sales forecast or unplanned production interruptions.
• Support the improvement of Mill systems and procedures for monitoring material usage in conjunction with Product Supply Analyst and Operations Coordinators.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification.
• 3‑5 years of relevant planning experience in an FMCG manufacturing site.
• Experience of detailed planning and material management with knowledge of physical supply‑chain structures.
• Experience in fast‑moving environments where product promotions and innovation drive constant change.
• Ability to operate under pressure in a fast‑changing environment.
• Strong analytical and Excel skills; SAP knowledge an advantage.
• CI mindset essential.
• Excellent communication skills.

About Us

Huggies®, Kleenex®, Baby Soft®, Kotex®, Kimberly‑Clark Professional®.

Millions of people use Kimberly‑Clark products every day, and you’ll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation, growth and impact.

About You

You perform at the highest level, appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring, and want to be part of a company dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing and career development.

You thrive in a fast‑paced environment, can make decisions under pressure and are ready to contribute to process improvement.

Total Benefits

Here are just a few of the benefits you'd enjoy working in this role :)

South Africa

• Reward and recognition – competitive pay through annual performance‑related increases and employee recognition awards.
• Medical insurance with a 50% employer contribution and Gap cover.
• Provident fund for retirement savings.
• Life cover, disability insurance and funeral benefit.
• Learning and growth opportunities with study and school fee bursaries.

Employee wellbeing and support programs.

• Attractive annual leave, maternity, paternity, adoption and parental leave policies.
• Discounted company products, subsidised canteen meals and uniforms at mill locations.

To Be Considered

Click the Apply button and complete the online application process.

A recruiting team member will review your application and follow up if you appear to be a great fit.

Fine Print

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to developing a diverse workforce.

Preference will be given to candidates who promote representation within Kimberly‑Clark in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

This role will be part of Kimberly‑Clark’s International Family Care and Professional (IFP) business—an organization rooted in purpose and innovation that has built a legacy with global impact.

The role may transfer to a new venture once the transaction closes, anticipated in mid‑, subject to consultation and other applicable legal requirements.

For Kimberly‑Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world.

We actively seek to build a workforce that reflects our consumers.

We are a committed equal opportunity employer: all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics.

Employment is subject to relevant background checks carried out in South Africa.

Primary Location

Enstra Mill

Additional Locations

None

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub‑Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time