Production Planner (FMCG) — Strategic Scheduling & Forecasting

Amka Products (Pty) Ltd; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A Food Manufacturing company in Pretoria is looking for a Production Planner to join their team. The role focuses on developing strategic plans, monitoring production, and building effective stakeholder relationships. Candidates should have a degree in Industrial Engineering or a relevant BCom, along with 2-3 years of production planning experience and strong analytical skills. FMCG experience is beneficial.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in Production Planning.
• FMCG experience will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop recommendations and action plans for departmental strategy.
• Monitor and track against the plan.
• Daily interaction with team members to deliver strategy.
• Build relationships with stakeholders to overcome challenges.
• Contribute to strategic plans with suppliers.
• Conduct stock build plans considering raw materials supply.
• Identify challenges, trends and opportunities.
• Maintain Data and Systems.
• Issuing daily plans/schedules for production units.
• Other related duties.

Skills

Strong Mathematical & Analytical skills

Production Planning experience

Education

Degree in Industrial Engineering or BCom in Supply Chain or relevant BCom Degree

Job description

A Food Manufacturing company in Pretoria is looking for a Production Planner to join their team. The role focuses on developing strategic plans, monitoring production, and building effective stakeholder relationships. Candidates should have a degree in Industrial Engineering or a relevant BCom, along with 2-3 years of production planning experience and strong analytical skills. FMCG experience is beneficial.