Paper Production Master Scheduler (4-Month Contract)

Mondi AG; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & Development

Job summary

Mondi Merebank Mill in Durban seeks a fixed-term Production Planner to create master production schedules for PM31, balancing demand and supply to meet shipping forecasts. You will manage master data, BOMs, and weekly planning reviews with production and sales.

The role requires a Diploma/ Degree in Supply Chain, 3+ years planning experience, and strong SAP/ERP, Voyager or APO skills, plus advanced Excel, numeracy, and the ability to handle weekend/after-hours calls when needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level or higher qualification in supply chain or related field.
• 3+ years of production planning experience.
• Experience with planning tools and ERP systems.
• Strong Excel skills and numerical acumen.

Responsibilities

• Daily planning and scheduling for PM31 production.
• Monitor and report on PM31 performance.
• Assist with stock scheduling for re-reeler.
• Maintain master data and BOMs.
• Attend daily operational meetings.
• Coordinate with sales on order book requirements.
• Balance demand vs. supply.
• Serve as main liaison between sales/CS and production.
• Respond to weekend/after-hours calls as required.
• Engage with vendor on product roadmap and AI features.

Skills

Production planning

Numeracy

Advanced Excel

Education

Degree or Diploma in Supply Chain

Matric

Tools

Voyager

APO

ERP

SAP Master Data & BOMs

Excel (Advanced)

Job description

Mondi Merebank Mill in Durban seeks a fixed-term Production Planner to create master production schedules for PM31, balancing demand and supply to meet shipping forecasts. You will manage master data, BOMs, and weekly planning reviews with production and sales.

The role requires a Diploma/ Degree in Supply Chain, 3+ years planning experience, and strong SAP/ERP, Voyager or APO skills, plus advanced Excel, numeracy, and the ability to handle weekend/after-hours calls when needed.