Job Description

Planner, Capacity

Location: Midrand, South Africa

At dsm-firmenich, Midrand, South Africa, we are looking for a Capacity Planner for our Taste business.

In this role, you will plan all aspects of production in collaboration with the production team, to make sure that we have the right level of finished goods inventory and manning at the right time to satisfy customer requirements for products. Production Planner whose mission will be to plan all aspects of short term (0-3 months) production in support of the order fulfilment process. This includes planning production of finished goods and balancing capacity, materials and inventory to meet customer’s needs.

Your key responsibilities:

• Perform daily production schedules in accordance with the required batch size, available capacity, quality standard sequencing and Raw Materials.
• Ensure a balanced Production Plan to Production teams (correct load, correct PV, correct BOM, correct sequencing and tonality…)
• Ensure balanced plan, monitoring non-confirmed Sales Orders and MRP traffic-lights (SAP MD07 or APO Alerts) screening, keeping adherence to Planning Parameters
• Ensure non-confirmed sales Orders are confirmed and planned within 48 hours of receipt of sales order, ensuring that OTIF date is met.
• Ensure good quality planned orders are released timeously and monitor Process Orders
• Review of order status with Supply Chain stakeholders (Production, QC, Internal logistics.)
• Confirm and ensure a proper follow-up of customer orders until departure, including Reason Code maintenance and batch strategy compliance
• Proactively inform customer experience teams if any issues on orders
• Properly applies planning parameters and suggests changes or improvements to parameters as required
• Participates to Operations projects as required
• Partner with Production Team to check planning adherence.
• First level of order escalation process
• Participate in various meetings and Supply Chain projects as needed.
• Escalate needed ad hoc planning parameters adjustments and support periodical planning parameters reviews.
• Keep inventory level under budget directives while maximizing service.
• Contributes to inventory quality and accuracy (Remaining Shelf-Life Review Sensitive Items, half -bag reworks, support recycling or inventory sharing, when possible, request physical inventory checks when needed.

We offer:

• A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do
• Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership
• A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on
• A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.

You bring:

• Degree in Engineer, Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics, mathematics or Economics
• 2-3 years of production scheduling planning experience preferred and Production Process knowledge
• Contribute to team success, quality orientation and continuous improvement
• Computer skills: SAP ECC, SAP APO or equivalent and MS office proficiency
• APICS Basics, CPIM or DDI (DDMRP) DDPP Certified a Plus
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage time effectively. Ability to manage and meet deadlines and multi-task daily activities.
• Strong communication, partnership and influencing skills in English. Professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to work and collaborate under stress.
• Highly analytical and able to make decisions within defined parameters.
• Detailed understanding of how a supply plan is generated and managed.
• Experience in standardizing processes

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement
At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.
And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement:

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.