Planning Manager

Network Recruitment

Johannesburg

On-site

ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a Planning Manager in Heavy Engineering to drive production performance in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in heavy manufacturing, with a proven record in planning leadership and advanced SAP knowledge. Key responsibilities include creating detailed manufacturing plans, converting orders, and exceeding production KPIs. This role requires a proactive, decisive attitude and the ability to thrive under pressure.

Qualifications

7+ years as a planning manager in heavy manufacturing or engineering.
Minimum 2 years in a planning leadership role.
Ability to thrive under pressure.

Responsibilities

Create detailed plans for component manufacturing.
Convert Planned Orders into Production Orders.
Achieve and exceed Production Planning KPIs.

Skills

SAP excellence

Production Planning KPIs

Leadership

Analytical mindset

Pressure handling

Education

Industrial Engineering degree

Supply chain or logistics engineer

Job description

International Recruitment Consultant at Network Recruitment

Own the plan. Drive the pace. Lead production performance in the fast-moving world of heavy engineering!

We're Looking for a Planning Manager in Heavy Engineering.

What You’ll Do

✅ Create detailed plans for how components are manufactured
✅ Convert and close out Planned Orders into Production Orders (SAP excellence required)
✅ Achieve and exceed Production Planning KPIs

What You Bring