Production Planner

Recruiter:

Express Employment Professionals (Durban South)

Job Ref:

PRODPLAN2024

Date posted:

Friday, November 15, 2024

Location:

Durban, South Africa

Salary:

Market Related

SUMMARY:
Our client in the FMCG / Manufacturing Industry is looking for a Production Planner to join their busy Production Plant in Pinetown.

POSITION INFO:

Reporting to the Customer Services Team Leader, the successful applicant will be responsible for the following: (amongst other duties)

§ Issue weekly production schedules for production requirements
§ Ensuring there is sufficient finished goods stock to fulfill orders, and reorder levels are maintained
§ Manage Slow and Dead stock levels within parameters
§ Coordinate intercompany sales and purchasing
§ Advising raw materials of any exceptions that may be necessary for new products or changes of products
§ Liaise with Stores & Distribution regarding service efficiencies
§ Place orders with direct suppliers and manage stock levels accordingly
§ Advising on any machine (capacity) requirements for future
§ Long term planning of production capacity in plant
§ Assisting with utilization budget process

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must comply with the following:

COMPETENCIES

§ Degree (supply chain or related)
§ Strong Excel and Microsoft office
§ SAP experience advantageous
§ Mathematics in matric
§ Planning or buying experience in manufacturing or retail advantageous
§ 3 – 5 years manufacturing admin experience/exposure essential

CHARACTERISTICS

§ Analytical and logical thinker
§ Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact across organization
§ Resilient (not overly sensitive) & tenacious
§ Ability to make tough decisions
§ Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure
§ Passionate about customers and the company

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