Junior Production Planner

Woodstock, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa.

Requirements:

• Matric / Grade 12 is essential.
• 2-4 years' experience in production planning support, production administration, inventory control, stock management or order processing.
• Previous stock management experience is essential.
• Intermediate computer literacy, including Microsoft Excel.
• Good numerical ability and an understanding of stock reconciliations, quantities and basic forecasting.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Experience in manufacturing, FMCG, food production or distribution will be advantageous.
• Exposure to ERP systems, inventory management software or production planning systems will be beneficial.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.

• Assist with daily production planning, production scheduling and workflow coordination.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure raw materials and other production requirements are available when needed.
• Perform stock reconciliations, investigate inventory discrepancies and assist with stock control.
• Process and update production orders, inventory transactions and production documentation.
• Maintain accurate production records, stock reports and inventory data.
• Assist with material planning, quantity calculations and basic demand forecasting.
• Identify potential stock shortages and communicate issues that may affect production schedules.
• Liaise with relevant departments to coordinate material availability and production requirements.
• Update production and inventory information on internal systems.
• Provide administrative support to ensure production operations run efficiently.