Remote Production Planner

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work arrangement

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Professional development and training

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Production Planner to optimize manufacturing schedules and resource allocation from a remote location. You will collaborate with production managers, procurement, and sales to create realistic production plans that meet customer demands while managing materials and capacity.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a related field and proven scheduling experience, with strong knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and planning tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Production Planner or in a similar scheduling role within manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of production planning principles and methodologies.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems and production planning software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or specialized planning tools).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed production schedules based on demand forecasts, order priorities, and available resources.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as necessary to accommodate changes or unforeseen issues.
• Coordinate with procurement to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components.
• Collaborate with the production floor team to manage capacity and identify potential constraints.
• Maintain accurate records of production plans, outputs, and inventory levels.
• Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement in scheduling and resource utilization.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and organized Remote Production Planner to optimize their manufacturing schedules and resource allocation from a remote location. This role is essential for ensuring that production runs smoothly, efficiently, and meets customer demands while managing material flow and capacity. You will work closely with production managers, procurement, and sales teams to create realistic and achievable production plans. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to operational excellence in a fully remote setting, leveraging your planning expertise to drive success.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed production schedules based on demand forecasts, order priorities, and available resources.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as necessary to accommodate changes or unforeseen issues.
• Coordinate with procurement to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components.
• Collaborate with the production floor team to manage capacity and identify potential constraints.
• Maintain accurate records of production plans, outputs, and inventory levels.
• Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement in scheduling and resource utilization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Production Planner or in a similar scheduling role within manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of production planning principles and methodologies.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems and production planning software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or specialized planning tools).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with remote teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Enjoy the benefits of a fully remote work arrangement.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Support for professional development and training in planning software and techniques.
• A culture that values collaboration, efficiency, and employee well-being.