Manufacturing Planner

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Negotiable

Permanent

Description

Job Title: Manufacturing Planner

Reporting to: MRP Manager

Role Description

We are looking for a strategic and analytical Production Planner to develop and manage production plans that ensure timely delivery of products while optimizing inventory and resources. The Production Planner will be responsible for balancing future demand forecasts with manufacturing capacity, materials availability, and labor to meet customer requirements efficiently and cost-effectively. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in planning and ERP systems.

Essential Duties

* Develop and maintain the master production schedule (MPS) based on demand forecasts, inventory targets, and resource availability.

* Analyse production capacity and coordinate with production, procurement, and sales teams to align plans.

* Monitor inventory levels and material availability to prevent shortages or overstock situations.

* Generate and manage material requirement plans (MRP) to ensure timely procurement of raw materials.

* Collaborate with procurement and warehouse teams to ensure supply chain alignment with production needs.

* Adjust plans in response to changes in demand, lead times, or production delays, and communicate updates clearly.

* Track production KPIs and analyse data to support continuous improvement initiatives.

* Work closely with schedulers to ensure execution of the production plan on the shop floor.

* Participate in S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning) meetings and support long- term capacity planning.

Education & Experience (Knowledge & Skills)

* Qualification in Supply Chain Management or ERP system management

* 3+ years of experience in production planning or supply chain roles within a manufacturing environment.

* Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

* Experience with MRP/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).

* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and planning tools.

* Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

* Ability to forecast, plan, and manage production under tight deadlines.

* APICS CPIM or CSCP certification
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  • Permanent
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