Production Planner - Syspro

A well-established manufacturing entity is on the hunt for a proactive and enthusiastic individual with experience in production planning to join their team asap!

This role offers huge growth potential and the opportunity to develop your career within a dynamic, high-volume manufacturing environment.

• Develop and maintain production schedules for the Printing and Extrusion departments.
• Ensure production plans are aligned with customer orders and agreed lead times.
• Monitor and maintain optimal feedstock levels to support production requirements.
• Liaise with Procurement to ensure the availability of bought-in reel stock.
• Update daily production outputs and drive adherence to the production plan.
• Work closely with Sales to provide expected delivery dates and communicate any deviations.
• Ensure the timely supply of materials to support production requirements.
• Maintain the accuracy of planning data on the ERP system.
• Monitor Work-in-Progress (WIP) and the manufacturing process to ensure products are available on time.
• Identify and communicate potential production issues and opportunities.
• Prepare and distribute reports to support management decision-making.

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• Minimum of 3 years' production planning experience.
• Strong understanding of production planning processes and material flow.
• Knowledge of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) principles.
• Proficiency in Syspro and Microsoft Office, Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to effectively interact with multiple internal stakeholders.

Advantageous Qualifications and Experience

• CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management).
• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management or Industrial Engineering.
• Experience with high-output extruders and high-speed flexographic printing presses.

Key Competencies

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

R23 000p/m slightly neg

Although preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates, all suitably qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Email your updated MS Word CV and salary requirements to ***email_hidden*** urgently!