Production Planner

Position: Production PlannerHire Resolves client is seeking a skilled Production Planner to join their team in Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal. The ideal candidate will have experience in production planning, inventory management, and scheduling in a manufacturing environment.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement production schedules to meet customer demand and maximise production efficiencyMonitor production processes and make adjustments as needed to ensure on-time delivery of productsAnalyse production data and trends to identify areas for improvement and cost savingsCoordinate with suppliers, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and componentsMaintain accurate inventory records and track production levels to prevent stockouts and excess inventoryCollaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on production plans and schedulesProvide regular updates on production status, performance, and issues to managementRequirementsBachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related fieldMinimum of 3-5 years of experience in production planning in a manufacturing environmentProficiency in ERP systems and production scheduling softwareStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlinesKnowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologiesIf you meet the above requirements and are looking for a challenging opportunity in production planning, we encourage you to apply for this position in Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal.Hire Resolve reviews applications daily, so please upload or email through your CV today!We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
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