Job Summary: 

The Production Planner is responsible for developing and maintaining production plans that ensure the efficient, cost-effective, and timely manufacture of products to meet customer demand and business objectives. The role coordinates production scheduling, material planning, inventory management, and cross-functional communication to optimize manufacturing capacity, minimize downtime and material shortages, and ensure high service levels. The Production Planner supports operational excellence by maintaining accurate planning data, monitoring key performance indicators, and driving continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with food safety, quality, and inventory management standards.


Key Responsibilities: 

1. Develop and maintain weekly, daily and shift production schedules to meet sales          forecasts, customer orders and export commitments.
2. Optimize production line plans to maximize efficiency, minimize changeovers and maintain target inventory levels.
3. Run material requirements planning (MRP) and raise timely purchase requisitions to ensure material availability.
4. Coordinate with key departments to resolve operational disruptions, adjust                  schedules and communicate changes promptly.
5. Integrate planned maintenance, sanitation and changeovers into production                  schedules in line with food safety requirements.
6. Monitor finished goods inventory, shelf life and stock rotation to prevent                      shortages, excess stock and expiry.
7. Maintain accurate ERP planning data, report key performance indicators, and                support capacity planning, new product launches and continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Experience:

1. Bachelor’s degree in: Supply Chain, Operations, Manufacturing, Engineering or a            related field.
2. At least 3 years' experience in production planning, scheduling, or inventory control in a manufacturing environment.
3. Working knowledge of an ERP/MRP system.
4. Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills.
5. Experience in food and beverage, bottling or other fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) manufacturing.
6. Familiarity with food safety systems (SQF, HACCP, GMP).

Technical, Behavioral & Organizational Competencies:

1. Strong production scheduling, material requirements and capacity planning skills.
2. Proficiency in ERP systems for production planning and inventory management.
3. Strong analytical skills to interpret production and inventory data and identify                improvements.
4. Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, SQF and relevant food safety requirements.
5. Strong organisational and prioritisation skills to manage competing demands and        deadlines.
6. Effective communication, cross-functional coordination and problem-solving skills.
7. Results-driven, with a focus on customer service, quality, efficiency and                          continuous improvement.
8. Demonstrates integrity, ethical conduct and respect for all stakeholders.
9. Aligns with the company’s philosophy and core values.
   
   
   Only shortlisted and suitable candidates will be contacted.