Production Planner

• Create, capture, and develop accurate production plans.
• Operate computerized planning, scheduling, and reporting systems.
• Align production plans with customer requirements based on urgency.
• Collaborate with production and finishing departments to ensure clear communication of plans.
• Monitor and report on progress (actual vs. planned) to relevant stakeholders
• Maintain high-quality standards within production planning processes.
• Contribute to the development of procedures, work instructions, and training manuals.
• Track and improve key performance indicators (KPIs), including:
  • Number of Production Plan Changes
  • Production Scheduling Adherence
  • Deckle Efficiency
• Adhere to MD creation lead times.
• Ensure no raw material shortages resulting from order placement gaps.

• A diploma or a degree in Production Planning, Demand & Supply Planning, Supply Chain Management OR a related commercial discipline.
• A minimum of3 years' experience in a production, demand, or supply planning role.
• Proven experience in scheduling and prioritizing within a manufacturing/production environment.
• Experience in pulp, paper, or packaging materials is advantageous.
• Experience in SAP master data management (packaging materials and finished goods).
• Knowledge of material planning and purchase order placement (advantageous).
• Understanding of safety stock calculations and reorder points (advantageous).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Location: Richards Bay Mill, 7 Western Arterial, Alton, Richards Bay, 3900.
• Duration: Permanent.

Appointments will be made in line with our Employment Equity Plan. The above advert has minimum requirements listed; however, Management reserves the right to use additional/relevant information as criteria for shortlisting.