Senior Production Planner — Syspro & MRP Expert

Recruitpartners; Pinetown; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruitpartners is seeking a skilled Production Planner in KwaZulu-Natal to plan and optimise production in line with the MPS, driving delivery performance and efficiency. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, you will convert forecasts into actionable production plans and manage stock, WIP and backorders.

The role requires a Matric and a Diploma/Degree in Production/Operations/Planning, plus 5+ years in production planning (automotive preferred) and strong ERP/MRP knowledge, with Syspro

Qualifications

• Matric is required.
• Diploma or Degree in Production/Operations/Planning is required.
• 5+ years’ experience in production planning (automotive preferred).
• Strong ERP/MRP knowledge is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule production against MPS.
• Convert forecasts into production plans.
• Manage stock, WIP, and backorders.
• Monitor daily production vs targets and adjust as needed.
• Drive efficiency and resolve production issues.
• Support NPI activities.
• Produce key reports (production, backorders, performance).
• Ensure compliance with HSE, Quality, and 5S standards.

Skills

ERP/MRP knowledge

Syspro

Education

Matric

Diploma/Degree in Production / Operations / Planning

Tools

Syspro

Job description

Recruitpartners is seeking a skilled Production Planner in KwaZulu-Natal to plan and optimise production in line with the MPS, driving delivery performance and efficiency. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, you will convert forecasts into actionable production plans and manage stock, WIP and backorders.

The role requires a Matric and a Diploma/Degree in Production/Operations/Planning, plus 5+ years in production planning (automotive preferred) and strong ERP/MRP knowledge, with Syspro