Strategic Production Planner - FMCG & Supply Chain

Synergy Jobs (Pty) Ltd; Cullinan; On-site; ZAR 257,000 - 301,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergy Jobs (Pty) Ltd in Cullinan is seeking a Production Planner to execute daily production schedules, manage capacity planning, and coordinate procurement planning to keep operations aligned with forecasts.

The role requires 1–2 years in operational supply chain, a BEng/BCom in Supply Chain, and strong analytical skills. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 06h00–16h00, with a salary range of R23,000–R27,000 CTC.

Qualifications

• Qualification in engineering or commerce with supply chain focus.
• 1–2 years' operational supply chain experience required.
• FMCG experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and issue daily production schedules for all units.
• Monitor demand forecasts and capacity to optimize the plan.
• Coordinate procurement planning and supplier communication.
• Maintain master data and report KPI performance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve planning issues.
• Support continuous improvement and tactical capacity planning.

Skills

Procurement planning

Forecasting analysis

Financial analysis

Mathematical skills

Supply chain

Project management

Education

BEng Industrial

BCom in Supply Chain

Job description

Synergy Jobs (Pty) Ltd in Cullinan is seeking a Production Planner to execute daily production schedules, manage capacity planning, and coordinate procurement planning to keep operations aligned with forecasts.

The role requires 1–2 years in operational supply chain, a BEng/BCom in Supply Chain, and strong analytical skills. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 06h00–16h00, with a salary range of R23,000–R27,000 CTC.