Planning Specialist CBS

Alstom; Nigel; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom in South Africa seeks a Planning Specialist to manage the Master Production Schedule, analyze bottlenecks, and ensure timely production plans across sites. You will collaborate with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Finance to optimize resources and deliver on time.

The role requires a degree in a related field, 5+ years in supply chain planning, and strong Excel/SAP skills. You will work day and night shifts as needed, with travel between sites.

Qualifications

• Degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Operations, or related field (NQF 7).
• 5+ years in Supply Chain, 3+ years in planning.
• Hands-on experience in an industrial environment.
• Knowledge of end-to-end industrial planning processes and their impact on procurement/manufacturing.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP).
• Agile, responsible, and inclusive mindset.
• Fluent English with strong interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work day and night shifts as required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between sites.

Responsibilities

• Build and update the Master Production Schedule.
• Analyze bottlenecks and address root causes of delays.
• Ensure adherence to production plans across sites.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Prepare communication packs for stakeholders.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

SAP

English (Fluent)

Education

Degree in Supply Chain/Industrial Operations (NQF 7)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Leading societies to a low carbon future, Alstom develops and markets mobility solutions that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Our product portfolio ranges from high-speed trains, metros, monorail, and trams to integrated systems, customised services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility solutions. Joining us means joining a caring, responsible, and innovative company where more than 70,000 people lead the way to greener and smarter mobility, worldwide.

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time Planning Specialist in Boksburg we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your supply chain and industrial operations expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative and innovative teammates.

You’ll play a key role in managing the balance between demand and resources to ensure customer satisfaction in terms of quality, cost, and delivery, while optimizing site resources like people, machines, and cash. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, Quality, Project Planning, Finance, and Human Resources), contribute to planning instances and monthly reporting, and much more.

You’ll specifically take care of building and updating the Master Production Schedule and analyzing bottlenecks, but also ensuring adherence to production plans and addressing root causes of delays.

We’ll look to you for:

• Applying Industrial Planning Golden Rules and EHS standards in workshops
• Consolidating and analyzing demand forecasts
• Collaborating with Materials Planners to ensure accurate master data maintenance
• Building industrial planning for opportunities and analyzing site capacity
• Monitoring production plan adherence and proposing recovery scenarios
• Updating industrial planning tools and preparing communication packs for stakeholders

All About You

• Degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Operations, or a related field (NQF 7)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Supply Chain, with at least 3 years in planning
• Hands-on experience in an industrial environment
• Knowledge of end-to-end industrial planning processes and their impact on procurement and manufacturing
• Advanced working proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP)
• Agile, responsible, and inclusive mindset
• Fluent in English with good interpersonal and communication skills
• Willingness to work day and night shifts as required
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between sites if needed

Things you’ll enjoy

• Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from repetitive daily routines
• Work with cutting-edge tools and processes for industrial planning
• Collaborate with supportive and experienced colleagues across multiple teams
• Contribute to innovative projects that shape the future of mobility
• Utilise our dynamic and inclusive working environment
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from our investment in your development through award-winning learning programs
• Progress towards leadership roles or specialized career paths
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognizes your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

Alstom is the leading company in the mobility sector, solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrow's mobility. That’s why we value inquisitive and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility, making it smarter and more sustainable. Day after day, we are building an agile, inclusive and responsible culture, where a diverse group of people are offered opportunities to learn, grow and advance in their careers, with options across functions and geographic locations. Are you ready to join a truly international community of great people on a challenging journey with a tangible impact and purpose?

Equal opportunity statement:

Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.