Production Planner

Network Recruitment; Worcester; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Recruitment seeks an experienced Production Planner for a dynamic electronics manufacturing environment in Paarl. The role focuses on developing master production schedules, aligning with demand forecasts and capacity, while coordinating with procurement to resolve shortages.

The ideal candidate has 5–8 years in production planning, strong ERP/SAP experience, and excellent analytical and communication skills to drive efficiency and meet delivery commitments.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of production planning experience in electronics manufacturing.
• Strong experience in production scheduling, capacity planning and inventory management.
• Proficient with ERP systems such as SAP or similar planning platforms.
• Experience reviewing MRP outputs and managing material requirements planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret operational data.
• Financial acumen with experience monitoring costs and supporting budget adherence.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail and reporting accuracy.
• Knowledge of ISO standards and health and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain master production schedules aligned with demand, inventory levels and capacity.
• Monitor material availability and coordinate with procurement to resolve shortages.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve production targets.
• Track production performance against KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor production costs and identify opportunities for efficiency.
• Provide accurate reporting on production status, risks and delivery commitments to management.

Skills

Production scheduling

Capacity planning

Inventory management

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Budget adherence

Microsoft Office

Communication

Stakeholder management

Working under pressure

Attention to detail

ISO standards knowledge

Health and safety knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree or NQF Level 6 Diploma in Supply Chain Management or a related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

SUMMARY

Are you a detail-driven Production Planner with a passion for optimizing operations and driving efficiency? Join a dynamic manufacturing environment where your planning expertise will play a critical role in ensuring seamless production, on-time delivery, and customer satisfaction.

POSITION INFO

Our client, a well-established player within the electronics manufacturing sector, is seeking an experienced Production Planner to join their team in Paarl.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or NQF Level 6 Diploma in Supply Chain Management or a related field.

Job Experience & Skills Required

• 5 to 8 years of practical production planning experience within an electronics manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience in production scheduling, capacity planning, and inventory management.
• Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP or similar planning platforms.
• Experience reviewing MRP outputs and managing material requirements planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret operational data and implement corrective actions.
• Financial acumen with experience monitoring costs and supporting budget adherence.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in reporting and planning activities.
• Knowledge of ISO standards and health and safety compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain master production schedules aligned with demand forecasts, inventory levels, and manufacturing capacity.
• Monitor material availability and coordinate with procurement to resolve shortages.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure production targets are achieved.
• Track production performance against KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor production costs and identify opportunities for operational efficiencies.
• Provide accurate reporting on production status, risks, and delivery commitments to management.