Production Planner

Placements24; Sol Plaatje Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, South Africa, is seeking a Production Planner to manage production schedules and optimize inventory levels at our client’s facility.

The role focuses on forecasting demand, creating efficient production plans, and ensuring timely availability of materials and finished goods to optimize production flow and minimize lead times.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate production schedules based on demand forecasts and available resources.
• Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
• Coordinate with procurement and logistics teams to ensure timely material supply.
• Analyze production capacity and identify potential constraints or risks.
• Communicate production plans and updates to relevant departments, including production, sales, and management.
• Optimize production schedules to meet delivery targets while minimizing costs and waste.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Production Planner to manage production schedules and inventory levels at their facility in Upington . You will be responsible for forecasting demand, creating efficient production plans, and ensuring the timely availability of materials and finished goods. This role is critical for optimizing production flow, minimizing lead times, and controlling costs. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a thorough understanding of supply chain and manufacturing operations, contributing to a streamlined and efficient production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate production schedules based on demand forecasts and available resources.
• Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
• Coordinate with procurement and logistics teams to ensure timely material supply.
• Analyze production capacity and identify potential constraints or risks.
• Communicate production plans and updates to relevant departments, including production, sales, and management.
• Optimize production schedules to meet delivery targets while minimizing costs and waste.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Production Planner or in a similar supply chain or operations planning role.
• Strong understanding of production processes, inventory management, and demand forecasting.
• Proficiency in using planning software (e.g., ERP systems) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate with various teams.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development in planning and supply chain management.
• A stable and supportive work environment within a growing company.
• Paid time off and company-sponsored training programs.