Production Planner - FMCG

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Career growth in production planning

Comprehensive health and wellness

Hybrid work model

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an organized Production Planner for our FMCG operations in Paarl, Western Cape. This hybrid role focuses on developing detailed production plans, coordinating across departments, and monitoring progress to ensure on-time delivery and cost-efficiency.

You will optimize schedules, forecast demand, and manage resources in a collaborative, hybrid environment, balancing on-site coordination with remote work flexibility.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Production Planner or in a similar planning role, preferably FMCG.
• Strong understanding of production processes, inventory management, and capacity planning.
• Proficiency in production planning software and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with teams.
• Ability to manage responsibilities effectively in a hybrid work model.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage detailed production schedules based on demand forecasts, inventory levels, and plant capacity.
• Coordinate with sales, procurement, and operations teams to ensure availability of raw materials, equipment, and labor.
• Monitor production progress, identify delays or bottlenecks, and implement proactive solutions.
• Optimize resource utilization and minimize production costs while meeting quality standards.
• Analyze production data, generate reports on performance metrics, and identify areas for continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate planning records and communicate schedule changes effectively to all stakeholders.

Skills

Planning

Forecasting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Tools

ERP systems

Production planning software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an organized and analytical Production Planner to join their FMCG operations in Paarl, Western Cape . This hybrid role is crucial for optimizing production schedules, managing resource allocation, and ensuring the efficient manufacturing of goods to meet market demand. You will be responsible for developing detailed production plans, coordinating with various departments, and monitoring progress to ensure on-time delivery and cost-effectiveness. The ideal candidate has strong planning and forecasting skills, a deep understanding of production workflows in the FMCG industry, and the ability to balance on-site collaboration with remote work flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage detailed production schedules based on demand forecasts, inventory levels, and plant capacity.
• Coordinate with sales, procurement, and operations teams to ensure availability of raw materials, equipment, and labor.
• Monitor production progress, identify potential delays or bottlenecks, and implement proactive solutions.
• Optimize resource utilization and minimize production costs while meeting quality standards.
• Analyze production data, generate reports on performance metrics, and identify areas for continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate planning records and communicate schedule changes effectively to all stakeholders.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Production Planner or in a similar planning role, preferably within the FMCG sector.
• Strong understanding of production processes, inventory management, and capacity planning.
• Proficiency in production planning software and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with teams.
• Ability to manage responsibilities effectively in a hybrid work model.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement in production planning.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Hybrid work model that provides work-life balance.
• A collaborative and dynamic work environment in the heart of the Western Cape .