Production Planner

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading textile manufacturer in Cape Town is seeking a skilled Production Planner to enhance operational efficiency. The role involves creating production plans based on sales demands, utilizing strong Excel and ERP skills. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience and be bilingual in English and Afrikaans. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in production planning or supply chain coordination.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and planning tasks required.
• Strong understanding of ERP systems and forecasting tools necessary.

Responsibilities

• Convert sales forecasts into feasible daily and weekly production plans.
• Ensure optimal raw materials and labor usage to meet delivery dates.
• Control production documentation and maintain accurate planning records.

Skills

Production planning

ERP systems

Data analysis

Advanced Excel proficiency

Bilingual (English and Afrikaans)

Education

Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Operations, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Production Planner

Elsies River Industrial, Cape Town

Day shift: 08:00 to 17:00

Salary: R****** to R******, negotiable depending on experience

Help drive the next phase of operational excellence at a leading textile manufacturer.

Our client is a well-established textile manufacturing company based in Cape Town, currently undergoing business consolidation to strengthen efficiency and output.

With a strong reputation for quality and innovation in home textiles, theyre now seeking a high-calibre Production Planner to support this growth and help elevate operations to the next level.

This is a mission-critical role offering the opportunity to make a tangible impact in a dynamic and evolving environment.

Role Overview

You will be responsible for converting sales demands into realistic, efficient production plans ensuring capacity, stock, quality, and timelines are aligned. With a retiring planner and a planning gap internally, youll step into a vital position to streamline operations using your strong Excel, planning, and ERP skills. Expect a hands‑on, fast‑paced role where accuracy, communication, and lateral thinking are key.

Key Responsibilities

• Minimum 3 years experience in production planning or supply chain coordination
• Translate sales forecasts into feasible daily and weekly production plans
• Ensure optimal use of raw materials, equipment, and labour to meet customer delivery dates
• Monitor capacity constraints, maintenance schedules, and staffing levels
• Communicate plans effectively to shop floor via work tickets and daily schedules
• Control production documentation and maintain accurate planning records for audits
• Oversee external contractor production (e.g., printers) from quality and stock perspectives
• Track performance data daily, including targets, output, and waste
• Coordinate closely with stores for material availability and with HODs for floor-level execution

About You

• 3+ years experience as a Production Planner or in a supply chain coordination role
• Advanced Excel proficiency (non-negotiable) for data analysis and planning tasks
• Strong understanding of ERP systems and forecasting tools (SAP or similar)
• Bilingual in English and Afrikaans to ensure effective floor-level communication
• Assertive, proactive, and highly organised with a lateral thinking approach
• Ability to stay calm and productive under pressure in a manufacturing environment
• Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Operations, or Industrial Engineering is preferred