Production Planner - Paarl

SUMMARY:
Be part of a company whose mission is vision is to be on the forefront of novel sensing solutions and LED drivers that enhance everyday products.

POSITION INFO:

Qualifications: Production, Electronic or Industrial Engineering Degree

Experience Level: Ideally 8 years + experience

1. 1. Responsibilities

• Ø Align production strategy with the overall business strategy.
• Ø Devise and refine a master supply plan, ensuring it''s robust enough to adapt to the twists and turns of supply chain demands.
• Ø Integrate with Sales Team on forecasts
• Ø Provide Forecasts to suppliers
• Ø Manage Inventory levels
• Ø Adhere to quality standards
• Ø Report on production performance to management.
• Ø Other duties as agreed from time to time.

1. 2. Skills / Requirements

• Ø Production, Electronic or Industrial Engineering Degree
• Ø Experience with MRP systems
• Ø Knowledge of MS Office Suite, Advanced Excel
• Ø More than 8 years in production or an electronic engineering environment
• Ø Experience with Production Planning and scheduling
• Ø Provide strategic and change leadership to the production function and team.
• Ø Lead, guide, and approve production plans.
• Ø Analyse and interpret production statistics/data to identify opportunities for improvements.
• Ø Manage relationships with internal/external customers and staff.
• Ø Identify opportunities for improvements with key suppliers.
• Ø Implement Continuous Improvement projects and initiatives.
• Ø Maintain ISO 9001 accreditation.
• Ø Plan for CAPEX/Disposal/Transfers.
• Ø Understanding of Import and Export, preferred