Remote Production Planner

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with company matching

PTO and public holidays

Professional development

Laptop and software licenses

Work from anywhere in SA

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Production Planner for a forward-thinking manufacturing client. You will create detailed production plans, optimize resources, and ensure on-time delivery across sites from your home office.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in SCM/Operations/Industrial Eng, at least 3 years in production planning, proficiency with APS software, ERP, and Excel, and strong remote collaboration skills. Remote work within South Africa is supported.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in production planning, scheduling, or similar role within manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on demand forecasts, inventory levels, and resource availability.
• Optimize production plans to maximize efficiency, minimize lead times, and reduce costs.
• Coordinate with manufacturing teams, supply chain, and sales to align schedules with objectives.
• Monitor progress and resolve scheduling conflicts or delays.
• Manage material requirements planning (MRP) for timely availability of materials.
• Generate production reports and performance metrics for management review.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations to understand capabilities and constraints.
• Utilize APS software and other tools to enhance planning accuracy.
• Maintain accurate production data and update planning systems.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives in production planning.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Time management

Self-motivation

Independent work

Multi-tasking

Lean mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management / Operations Management / Industrial Engineering

Tools

APS software

ERP systems

Excel

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking manufacturing company, is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Remote Production Planner to join their fully remote operations team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the efficient scheduling and coordination of production activities across various manufacturing sites, all managed from the comfort of your home office. You will be responsible for creating detailed production plans, optimizing resource allocation, and ensuring timely delivery of manufactured goods. This position requires strong analytical skills, proficiency with planning software, and excellent communication abilities to collaborate effectively with remote teams and stakeholders. If you thrive in a self-directed environment and have a knack for logistics and production optimization, this remote opportunity based out of Durban, KwaZulu-Natal is perfect for you. Embrace the future of work with this exciting remote-first role, contributing to seamless production operations without the need for a physical office presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on demand forecasts, inventory levels, and resource availability.
• Optimize production plans to maximize efficiency, minimize lead times, and reduce costs.
• Coordinate with manufacturing teams, supply chain, and sales departments to ensure alignment of production schedules with business objectives.
• Monitor production progress and proactively identify and resolve potential scheduling conflicts or delays.
• Manage material requirements planning (MRP) to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components.
• Generate production reports and performance metrics for management review.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations to understand production capabilities and constraints.
• Utilize advanced planning and scheduling (APS) software and other tools to enhance planning accuracy.
• Maintain accurate production data and update planning systems accordingly.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the production planning function.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or a similar role within a manufacturing setting.
• Proficiency in using advanced planning and scheduling (APS) software, ERP systems, and MS Office Suite (especially Excel).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chain dynamics, and inventory management principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles is a plus.
• A dedicated home office setup with reliable high-speed internet access is mandatory.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range commensurate with experience and remote work arrangement.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company matching.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and public holidays.
• Professional development opportunities and online training resources.
• Company-provided laptop and necessary software licenses.
• Flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa.
• Potential for performance-based bonuses.