Remote Production Planner

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office setup

Health insurance

Retirement fund

Performance bonuses

Flexible hours

Remote work SA

Professional development

Virtual team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Production Planner to oversee production schedules across multiple manufacturing sites from a fully remote setup in South Africa. This role requires a strong background in planning, scheduling, inventory control, and data-driven decision-making to optimize resource use and ensure on-time delivery.

Ideal candidates will have 6+ years in production planning within manufacturing, proficiency in ERP and advanced planning software, and excellent

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in production planning and scheduling within manufacturing.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems and advanced planning software.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials management and inventory control.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional organizational and time management abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to collaborate remotely.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and thrive in a remote work environment.
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules to meet demand forecasts and customer orders.
• Collaborate with sales, procurement, and manufacturing teams to align production plans.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules to changes or disruptions.
• Optimize resource allocation (materials, machinery, labor) to maximize efficiency.
• Manage inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Implement and manage production planning systems and tools.
• Generate reports on production performance, schedule adherence, and inventory status.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards in planning activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the planning function.

Skills

ERP systems

Production planning

Scheduling

Inventory management

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Remote collaboration

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

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

Tools

Advanced planning software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a fast-paced manufacturing organization with a global presence, is seeking an experienced Remote Production Planner to join their team, operating entirely remotely. This role is essential for ensuring the efficient and timely execution of production schedules across various manufacturing sites. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in production planning, scheduling, and inventory management, coupled with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. This is an exciting opportunity to work from anywhere within South Africa , contributing to a company that values innovation and efficiency. You will be key in optimizing production flows and ensuring resource availability in a fully remote capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules to meet demand forecasts and customer orders.
• Collaborate with sales, procurement, and manufacturing teams to ensure alignment on production plans.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as needed to accommodate changes or disruptions.
• Optimize resource allocation, including materials, machinery, and labor, to maximize efficiency.
• Manage inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Implement and manage production planning systems and tools.
• Generate reports on production performance, schedule adherence, and inventory status.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards in all planning activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the planning function.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in production planning and scheduling within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and advanced planning software.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials management, and inventory control.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional organizational and time management abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate remotely.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and thrive in a remote work environment.
• Experience in a high-volume manufacturing setting is an advantage.

Benefits

• Highly competitive remote salary.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement fund.
• Annual performance-based bonuses.
• Flexible working hours and location within South Africa .
• Home office setup allowance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Collaborative and supportive virtual team culture.