Position: Planner - Material and ProductionLocation: PinetownRole Type: PermanentIndustry: ManufacturingReports to: Supply Chain ManagerMinimum Qualification Criteria:Degree, Diploma or Certificate in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management or related field Proficient use and knowledge of ERP in respect of purchasing and inventory related modules4-5 years of Strong Planning experience4-5 years Forecasting experience.Minimum 3 years experience within a manufacturing environment.Excellent communication and negotiating skills.Basic lean manufacturing knowledge an advantageStock management.Computer/ERP Skills:MS Office SuiteSyspro (Would be advantageous)Roles and Responsibilities:Production Control / PlanningGenerate monthly production plan (Operations Plan)Generate daily pacer plansRescheduling of production to suit changes in orders, material supply etc., and the affective communication hereof to all affected partiesAssist with customer liaison in respect of build rates, stock, etcP&A planning, co-ordination, follow-up, liaison & distributionComplete the daily Production vs Plan performance graphs (MPSP), and forward to all necessary partiesRunning of MRPCustomer liaison and feedback with regards to sales orders and delivery due datesResolves and escalates issues with regards to customer service and deliveries in a timely fashionDispatchArrange transport of finished goodsCommunicationParticipate in team meetings effectively.Resolves and/or escalates issues in a timely fashion.Constant communication with both internal and external customersSupply ChainAssist with the continuous improvement program to transform the supply chain function into a world class operation within the companyStock ManagementAssist the monthly stock taking process, ensuring that all counts are accurate and any stock variances are eliminated.Maintain good stock management practices to ensure efficient stock levels without undue stock shortages.Maintain, develop, implement and ensure adherence at all times to company SOPs within the Supply ChainThe Planner assumes other responsibilities as assigned by the Supply Chain Supervisor/Manager.To perform the Planner job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. These requirements are representative, but not all-inclusive, of the knowledge, skill and ability required in fulfilling the role as Planner within the company.How to apply: