An established food production company is looking for an experienced Planning Manager with strong expertise in production planning, supply chain coordination, and operational management. The ideal candidate will be highly organised, analytical, and able to optimise production schedules to meet business objectives efficiently.
Responsibilities:
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Develop and manage production plans, ensuring timely and efficient workflow.
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Coordinate with procurement, production, and distribution teams to align resources and schedules.
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Monitor inventory levels and ensure adequate stock for production requirements.
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Analyse production performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement improvements.
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Forecast demand and adjust planning strategies to meet changing business needs.
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Prepare reports on production performance, utilisation, and efficiency.
Requirements:
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Relevant tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Production Management.
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Proven experience in production planning or operational management, preferably in the food industry.
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production planning software.
Benefits
- Salary: negotiable.
Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity.
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- Apply for this role today, contact Jarad Pentz at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn.
- You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your
CV: logistics@rpo-recruit.za.com.
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.