Production Planner

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary reviews and benefits

Medical aid and retirement fund

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Paid leave and holidays

Supportive team in Queenstown

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Production Planner for our Queenstown-based manufacturing operations. You will develop and maintain detailed schedules, coordinate material availability with procurement, and monitor progress to adjust plans as needed.

The role requires strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and a solid understanding of planning, scheduling, and inventory management. Hybrid work arrangements are available, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience as Production Planner in manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of planning, scheduling, inventory management.
• Proficiency with ERP and production planning software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and coordination across departments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules for all lines.
• Coordinate with procurement to ensure material availability.
• Monitor progress and adjust schedules as needed.
• Collaborate with sales and logistics to ensure timely delivery.
• Analyze data to identify efficiency improvements.
• Prepare status, performance, and inventory reports.

Skills

Production planning

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Supply Chain Management / Operations Management degree

Tools

ERP software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Production Planner to join their manufacturing operations based in Queenstown . This role is critical for optimizing production schedules, managing material flow, and ensuring that manufacturing activities align with demand forecasts and delivery commitments. You will work closely with production, procurement, and sales teams to create efficient plans that minimize lead times and maximize resource utilization. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, excellent organizational abilities, and a thorough understanding of manufacturing processes and supply chain dynamics.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules for all manufacturing lines.
• Coordinate with procurement to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as needed to accommodate changes or unexpected issues.
• Collaborate with sales and logistics teams to ensure timely order fulfillment and delivery.
• Analyze production data to identify trends and opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Prepare reports on production status, performance metrics, and inventory levels.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Production Planner or in a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of production planning, scheduling, and inventory management principles.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems and production planning software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to coordinate with various departments.
• A relevant qualification in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual performance review.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunity for hybrid work arrangements, balancing remote and in-office presence.
• Professional development opportunities and training in planning software.
• Paid leave and company holidays.
• A supportive team environment in Queenstown .