Production Planner

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote working

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Production Planner to join their operations team in a remote capacity, coordinating with sales, production and procurement to optimize schedules and material flow from Upington to national coverage.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s in a related field, proven planning experience in manufacturing, strong analytical skills and proficiency with ERP/MRP systems to balance demand with capacity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Proven experience in a production planning role within manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of planning principles and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate production schedules based on forecasts, priorities, and resources.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans as needed to address changes.
• Collaborate with procurement to ensure timely raw materials availability.
• Coordinate with production supervisors to optimize line efficiency and throughput.
• Analyze inventory levels and coordinate with teams to manage stock.
• Communicate production status and delays to stakeholders.

Skills

Production planning

ERP/MRP

Inventory management

Analytical skills

Remote communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Production Planner to join their operations team, working remotely. This role is crucial for optimizing production schedules, managing material flow, and ensuring timely order fulfillment. You will work closely with sales, production, and procurement teams to create efficient production plans that balance demand with capacity. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of manufacturing principles, and the ability to manage complex schedules in a remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate production schedules based on sales forecasts, order priorities, and resource availability.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as needed to accommodate changes or unexpected issues.
• Collaborate with procurement to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components.
• Coordinate with production supervisors to optimize line efficiency and throughput.
• Analyze inventory levels and work with relevant teams to manage stock effectively.
• Communicate production status, potential delays, and solutions to stakeholders across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Production Planner or in a similar planning role within manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of production planning principles, scheduling software (e.g., ERP, MRP systems), and inventory management.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective remote communication and collaboration capabilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and remote working flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in supply chain planning.
• A dynamic role that impacts operational efficiency for our client, supporting activities related to Upington from afar.