Remote Production Planner

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Annual bonus opportunities

Health & wellness benefits

Professional development

National impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Production Planner to manage manufacturing schedules from anywhere in a fully remote setup. You will develop detailed production plans, monitor progress, and adjust to meet demand while optimizing resources.

The role supports operations nationwide, including Richards Bay, with emphasis on collaboration across procurement, logistics and manufacturing teams. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in SCM or related field, 4+ years of production

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in SCM, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• At least 4 years of experience in production planning or scheduling within manufacturing.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and advanced Excel for data analysis and forecasting.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities with strong problem-solving aptitude.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively in a remote setting using collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and execute detailed production schedules based on demand forecasts and resource availability.
• Monitor production progress against plan and address deviations or delays.
• Coordinate with procurement, logistics and manufacturing teams to ensure smooth material flow.
• Optimize production sequences and resource utilization to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.
• Communicate production status, risks and solutions to management and teams.
• Maintain accurate production planning data within the ERP system.

Skills

ERP/MRP systems

Advanced Excel

Organizational skills

Remote work experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM / Ops / Business Admin

Tools

Excel (Advanced)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and proactive Remote Production Planner to manage manufacturing schedules from anywhere. This role is crucial for ensuring the timely and efficient production of goods, optimizing resource allocation, and coordinating with various stakeholders. You will be responsible for developing detailed production plans, monitoring progress, and making necessary adjustments to meet demand and operational targets. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional planning skills, a strong understanding of supply chain dynamics, and the ability to thrive in a fully remote, collaborative environment, supporting operations in areas like Richards Bay .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and execute detailed production schedules based on demand forecasts and resource availability.
• Monitor production progress against the plan, identifying and resolving any deviations or potential delays.
• Coordinate with procurement, logistics, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless material flow and production continuity.
• Optimize production sequences and resource utilization to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.
• Communicate production status, potential risks, and proposed solutions to management and relevant teams.
• Maintain accurate production planning data within the ERP system.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in production planning or scheduling within a manufacturing setting.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and advanced Excel skills for data analysis and forecasting.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities, with a strong aptitude for problem-solving.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively in a remote setting, utilizing collaboration tools.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and supply chain principles.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus opportunities.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Professional development and training opportunities in supply chain and planning software.
• The opportunity to work with a leading company in the manufacturing sector, impacting operations nationwide.