Remote Production Planner & Demand Forecasting Pro

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Advanced planning software

Remote team

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Production Planning Specialist to develop detailed production plans, optimize resources, and reduce lead times in a global manufacturing setting. You will forecast demand, manage inventory, and collaborate with cross-functional teams across time zones to ensure on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in production planning, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with APS/ERP tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in production planning, demand forecasting, or supply chain planning in manufacturing.
• Experience with APS software or ERP systems (e.g., SAP APO, Oracle ASCP).
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage production plans and schedules based on demand forecasts, inventory levels, and capacity.
• Collaborate with sales, procurement, and manufacturing to align targets and timelines.
• Monitor progress and address bottlenecks with proactive solutions.
• Utilize planning software to optimize schedules and resource allocation.
• Forecast demand and manage inventory to ensure material availability and capacity.

Skills

Production planning

Demand forecasting

APS/ERP

Excel

Remote collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Tools

SAP APO

Oracle ASCP

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Remote Production Planning Specialist to develop detailed production plans, optimize resources, and reduce lead times in a global manufacturing setting. You will forecast demand, manage inventory, and collaborate with cross-functional teams across time zones to ensure on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in production planning, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with APS/ERP tools.