Production Planner

Reporting to the Customer Services Team Leader, the successful applicant will be responsible for the following: (amongst other duties)
§ Issue weekly production schedules for production requirements§ Ensuring there is sufficient finished goods stock to fulfill orders, and reorder levels are maintained§ Manage Slow and Dead stock levels within parameters§ Coordinate intercompany sales and purchasing§ Advising raw materials of any exceptions that may be necessary for new products or changes of products§ Liaise with Stores & Distribution regarding service efficiencies§ Place orders with direct suppliers and manage stock levels accordingly§ Advising on any machine (capacity) requirements for future§ Long term planning of production capacity in plant§ Assisting with utilization budget process In order to be considered for this position, applicants must comply with the following:
COMPETENCIES § Degree (supply chain or related)§ Strong Excel and Microsoft office§ SAP experience advantageous§ Mathematics in matric§ Planning or buying experience in manufacturing or retail advantageous§ 3 5 years manufacturing admin experience/exposure essential CHARACTERISTICS § Analytical and logical thinker§ Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact across organization§ Resilient (not overly sensitive) & tenacious§ Ability to make tough decisions§ Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure§ Passionate about customers and the company