135 Production Planner jobs in South Africa

We are hiring a Production Planner responsible for developing and maintaining,

and executing optimized production schedules that balance demand,

capacity, and inventory targets within a fast-paced FMCG environment. This

role ensures the seamless flow of materials and finished goods throughout the

supply chain, delivering high service levels while minimizing waste, costs, and

operational risk.

• Production Planning & Scheduling
• Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly production plans aligned with demand forecasts, capacity constraints, and inventory policies.
• Optimise sequencing to minimise changeovers, downtime, and material waste.
• Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
• Adjust plans proactively in response to demand fluctuations, supply disruptions, or operational constraints.
• Run and analyse MRP to ensure timely availability of raw and packaging materials.
• Collaborate with procurement to manage lead times, MOQ constraints, and supplier performance.
• Maintain accurate master data to ensure planning system integrity.
• Demand & Forecast Integration
• Translate statistical forecasts and commercial inputs into executable production schedules.
• Incorporate promotional, seasonal, and new product launch requirements into plans.
• Monitor forecast accuracy and drive continuous improvement in planning processes.
• Inventory & Service Level Management
• Balance service level targets with working capital objectives.
• Monitor and manage safety stock levels to prevent stock-outs or excess inventory.
• Track and report on OTIF, plan adherence, and inventory turns.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with sales, marketing, procurement, manufacturing, and logistics teams to align plans and resolve constraints.
• Participate in S&OP cycles, providing capacity and supply insights.
• Communicate plan changes and risks clearly to stakeholders.
• Continuous Improvement
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma principles to improve planning accuracy, reduce waste, and enhance efficiency.
• Lead or support projects to migrate manual processes into ERP-driven workflows.
• Conduct root cause analysis for recurring planning or supply issues.

Skills

• Production Scheduling & Capacity Planning,
• Advanced ERP Proficiency, Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Deep working knowledge of SAP
• Proficiency in finite capacity scheduling and sequencing to minimize changeovers and downtime
• Sequencing production to reduce downtime and material waste
• Using tools like 5 Whys, Fishbone, and Pareto to resolve recurring issues
• Balancing service levels with manufacturing and logistics costs
• Knowing when to prioritise certain SKUs, customers, or channels in constrained situations
• Calm Under Pressure
• Proactive Communication
• Detail Orientation with Big-Picture Thinking

Knowledge

• End-to-End Supply Chain Flow
• MRP & ERP Logic
• Capacity & Constraint Management
• Forecast Interpretation
• KPI Frameworks
• Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)
• Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Scenario Planning
• Root Cause Analysis Tools
• Cost Implications of Planning Decisions
• Qualification in Supply Chain Management

Experience

• 5+ years in FMCG manufacturing (preferably in high-volume, multi-SKU environments such as personal care, or household goods).
• ERP Super-User Level
• Advanced Excel & Power BI

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: R50 000,00 - R90 000,00 per month

Experience:

• Production Planner FMCG: 5 years (Required)
• MRP Material Requirement Planning: 5 years (Required)
• FMCG: 5 years (Required)
• Excel Advance : 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

We're Hiring: Production Planner – FMCG

Join our dynamic team at Amka We're seeking an experienced production planner from the FMCG sector with strong MRP expertise to lead efficient, demand-driven scheduling and inventory control. In this role, you'll streamline production plans, manage material requirements, and work cross-functionally to deliver top service levels while reducing waste and costs.

Essential Requirements:

• 5+ years in FMCG production planning
• Expert in SAP, ERP, MRP, Excel & Power BI
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Qualification in Supply Chain Management preferred

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute daily to monthly production schedules
• Run and analyse MRP to ensure material availability
• Align plans with forecasts, capacity, and inventory targets
• Collaborate across procurement, sales, and operations
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean/Six Sigma tools

Location: On-site

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent at Centurion, Pretoria, Gauteng

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: R35 000,00 - R70 000,00 per month

Experience:

• Prodction Planner : 5 years (Required)
• FMCG sector: 5 years (Required)
• MRP SAP : 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

To oversee the cellular planning function via stock management and performance analysis, to optimise the balance between sales, stock levels and profitability

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Buyers and business partners to develop and manage quarterly forecasts that maximise sales opportunities.
• Monitor and analyse in-season trends to ensure the right stock is in the right place at the right time.
• Manage replenishment forecasts and streamline allocation strategies for efficiency.
• Overseeing product lifecycle management, including product launches, phase-outs and markdowns.
• Allocating stock effectively to meet customer demand to maximise sales and drive efficiency.
• Understanding customer needs through store visits and feedback analysis.
• Support strategic projects and execute key initiatives that drive performance

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Commercial degree or diploma
• 2-3 years of Merchandise Planning experience
• Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets is essential
• Strong numerical skills for data analysis and forecasting
• Ability to analyse data and identify trends
• Understanding of business principles and commercial awareness.
• Ability to make sound commercial decisions and manage risk
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and identifying solutions
• Ability to think conceptually and understand complex systems
• Knowledge of replenishment planning processes and systems

Competencies required:
Performing under pressure, Listening skills, Service oriented, Initiative, Innovating, Helicopter view.

Duties:

* Create Specifications

*Communicate with ethe production team

* follow up with orders

* Communicate with customers about past, current and future orders

*Ensure all material is available for the orders to be completed.

Skills:

*Communication

*Computer Literate

* Ability to Prioritize

* Ability to stay focused

*Attention to Detail

Note: preferably has experience with the JET systems

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Do you have Experience in the Textile industry?

Experience:

• production planning : 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Description Must be able to understand Bill of materials Schedule and Manage production on process to meet deadlines Meet Daily with Production on team to gather information on to update schedule Facilitates routing and logging of all incoming and outgoing Orders Support Production on teams with all System Queries Prepares and submits Production on staff Time and attendance register. Assist with any additional HR enquires and documentation. Requirements: Highly proficient computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Syspro Excellent organization on and planning skills Excellent interpersonal communication on skills. Demonstrated evidence of successful teamwork. Required to communicate daily with both internal and external clients Able to accept direction on. Needs to be comfortable and flexible with evolving priorities and roles Needs to be able to work overtime on short notice Needs to be willing to be actively interactive on the production on line to liaise with the production team.

Vacancy: Junior Production Planner

Revelstone, a leading manufacturer of premium cast-stone products, is looking for a
Junior Production Planner
to join our dynamic team.

Location: Revelstone Factory Lansdowne (Production/Front of House)

This role supports our
Senior Production Planner
with daily scheduling, stock control, and coordination across production operations — helping drive consistency, efficiency and accuracy across all teams (production, sales and logistics)

You'll also play a key role in managing our
new online sales platform
, helping launch and oversee boxed product sales.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with daily production planning, scheduling, and stock tracking.

• Maintain accurate stock levels and production records daily.

• Coordinate between production, sales, and dispatch teams.

• Manage online sales orders, listings, and product availability.

Requirements:

• 2–3 years' experience in production planning or stock control.

• Strong Excel and system skills (SAGE / Experdyte an advantage).

• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.

• Experience or interest in e-commerce a plus.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a passionate, growing team driving innovation in both production and online sales. Competitive remuneration and room to grow awaits the right candidate.

Apply by sending your CV, cover letter and expected salary requirements to

Subject line:
Application – Junior Production Planner

Position Outputs

• Planning and prioritizing components for disassembly and assembly
• Assist with achievement of BRC key KPI's (WIP, planning adherence, on time delivery)
• Resolve internal and external BWE customer queries
• Issuing of a job schedule to disassembly, assembly and testing bay in the BRC
• Ensure that turnaround times (TAT) on components are achieved
• Determination and scheduling of Key dates in completion (expected and promised delivery dates)
• To achieve turnaround KPI's for Quotations and Rebuilds (schedule adherence)
• Ensure alignment and clear communication with all internal BRC departments, Coordinate parts and production departments (Machining both internal and external) on outstanding parts and schedule of part deliveries
• Plan and prioritize component repairs for customers and Barloworld Reman to ensure correct stock levels, rebuild priority
• Face to BRC customer for communication on progress of component repair, problems and deliveries chair planning meeting between relevant departments (Service supervisors, parts supervisor, Costing and quoting supervisors)
• Communicate with Suppliers on quotations, turnaround times and deliveries.
• Arrange customer inspections

Qualification, Experience and Competencies

• Minimum 5 years post-apprentice / learnership experience
• Standing as supervisor or as production planner on several occasions
• Experience with MS Excel and MS Access.

The primary responsibility of the Junior Planner is to assist in Operational Planning and to ensure that optimal production scheduling plans are created and maintained to support production efficiencies and to ensure the best cost-effective product and material availability to support internal and external objectives.

Relationship Management of Business Partners

• Monitor the Customer or Business Partner inquiries and complaints and ensure they are resolved professionally.

Implementation of Control Measures and Ad Hoc Management Support

• Assist to ensure open communication channels between the Production departments.
• Providing Management support where necessary.
• Ensuring the Planner is involved or aware of the relevant matters affecting the business.

Production Planning and Scheduling

• Schedule and review orders and demands for a long-term period, and maintain a production plan to meet customer demands.
• Analyze data on supply and demand to optimize production planning.
• Ensure minimum and maximum stock levels are maintained at the centralized and external warehouses.
• Indicate and follow up on the purchases of raw materials to maximize and optimize production planning, and to ensure sufficient lead time for purchasing.
• Work closely with the Production and Maintenance departments to ensure the most effective production plan and downtime.
• Assist with production planning of affiliates and ensure collaboration with centralized warehouse.
• Monitor product inventory within the Company.
• Ensure the balancing of supply and demand functions.

Reporting and Analyzing

• Identify and develop reporting systems where necessary.
• Implement and train relevant employees to update and analyze reports.
• Forecast accuracy improvement.
• Promotional impact analysis.

Analyzing Business Profitability and Efficiency

• Identify and analyze production and procurement cost-saving opportunities.
• Analyze and maintain operational data for the Company.

Health and Safety

• Participate in safety forums created by Soill for example safety meetings and safety talks
• Follow-up on any activities assigned through safety meetings / committees / representatives / management
• Report all safety incidents to the relevant people
• Attend safety education and refresher programmes
• Comply with safety policies and procedures at Soill
• Distribute safety information as and when required
• Wear protective clothing (where applicable) at all times

Qualification and Experience

• A relevant tertiary qualification (Degree) required, preferably in Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• Further tertiary qualification in Planning and Inventory Management would be advantageous.
• 1 to 2 years working experience in a similar role recommended
• An understanding of manufacturing processes and production planning principles will be advantageous
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially Excel, for data analysis and reporting
• Experience within an FMCG/ manufacturing environment would be an advantage.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of planning and the critical elements/ components thereof.

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Planning and organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good numerical and data analysis skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Team player
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work environments.

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Planner/Scheduler to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and managing production schedules to ensure efficient operations and timely delivery of products. You will collaborate closely with various departments including manufacturing, supply chain, and quality control to optimize production processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Division and Department: Production Planning

Minimum Skills and Knowledge Required:

•Standard 10 / Grade 12 or equivalent with good results in mathematics.

•Tertiary study is an advantage.

•Min 5 years in a production environment with at least 3 years planning and scheduling experience in a similar environment.

•Excellent English communication skills, oral and written.

•Excellent computer skills, working with MS Office

•Must be prepared to work overtime / weekends / shifts in accordance with operational requirements

•Excellent health

Behavioural attributes required:

•Good sense of urgency

•Ability to work under pressure, remaining calm and composed and focus on getting the job done.

•Meticulous attention to detail

•Team player with excellent interpersonal skills.

•Analytical skill to quickly solve both complex and uncomplicated problems.

•Methodical and systematic.

•Process driven

Brief Description of Key Performance Areas:

•Prepare daily plan for each machine.

•Monitor production status and progress to ensure all jobs planned and in process are completed on time.

•Allocate and distribute work-load per team and operator for optimal productivity in pursuance of deadlines.

•Calculate running times and estimate completion times.

•Check that the prep mirrors the production plan.

send CV:

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Ability to Commute:

• Johannesburg, CA (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Johannesburg, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person