Production Planner Midrand Jobs in South Africa

A Production Planner is needed in Midrand, Gauteng, through Ntice Sourcing Solutions. This permanent senior role sits in a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment and drives operational efficiency across production planning and scheduling, demand forecasting, inventory and warehouse management, procurement, and continuous improvement.

About the company and the work

Ntice Sourcing Solutions is a recruitment solutions provider placing professionals across EMEA. The successful candidate will align production requirements with business demand, ensure materials are available on time, keep stock at optimal levels, and maximise resource utilisation, with a strong focus on efficiency, cost control, and continuous improvement.

Role details

• Production Planner, Permanent Senior position, Midrand.
• Salary undisclosed.
• Posted 26 October 2026, expires in 34 days.
• Job number 2646597, reference 74443.
• Key responsibilities include developing, coordinating, and maintaining short- and long-term production plans to meet business demand; using SAP or other ERP systems to manage production schedules, inventory, and material requirements; monitoring production plan adherence, capacity utilisation, and key performance indicators; identifying and resolving production constraints, scheduling challenges, and operational inefficiencies; ensuring the timely availability of raw materials, packaging, and other production components; monitoring inventory levels and implementing effective stock management practices to minimise excess stock; overseeing warehouse operations, stock movements, and inventory control processes; coordinating demand forecasting, procurement, and supplier activities; preparing and presenting regular production, inventory, and performance reports; driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, efficiency, and cost effectiveness; collaborating with production, procurement, warehousing, finance, quality, and other relevant departments; leading, coaching, and supporting team members to achieve operational objectives; and ensuring compliance with relevant quality, audit, inventory management, and internal control requirements.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, Inventory Management, or a related field, as stated in the advert.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in production planning, manufacturing, inventory management, and related areas.
• Experience with production planning and inventory management systems, preferably SAP.
• Demonstrated experience in production scheduling, demand forecasting, material planning, and inventory management.
• Experience with audits and inventory-related internal controls.
• Proven leadership and team management capabilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organisational skills.
• Advantageous: APICS certification; Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM); experience with capacity planning, continuous improvement programmes, and manufacturing performance measures; and knowledge of manufacturing cost control, supplier management, and production efficiency metrics.
• Key competencies include production and supply chain planning, inventory and warehouse management, analytical thinking and problem-solving, leadership, coaching, and team development, strong communication and stakeholder management, strategic planning and organisation, continuous improvement and cost optimisation, and a deadline-driven, proactive, and results-oriented approach.

Where to find and apply safely

Apply through the original CareerJunction advert linked from this page. Use the Apply button, which opens the original Ntice advert. Never pay a fee to apply for a job, and confirm the role and requirements on the original advert.

Practical tips

• Lead with FMCG production planning results, SAP or ERP experience, and inventory control work.
• Show examples of demand forecasting, capacity planning, and continuous improvement.
• Mention leadership experience and your ability to work across production, procurement, and warehousing teams.
• Apply promptly; the advert expires in 34 days.

How the process works

After you apply through the original advert, Ntice reviews applications and contacts suitable candidates. Keep a copy of your application and note job number 2646597 and reference 74443.

Important information

This post is a summary for job seekers; the original CareerJunction advert is the authoritative source. Salary is undisclosed on the original advert, so confirm pay and terms there before applying.

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