Job Description

About the Role

The Production Planner is responsible for planning and coordinating the execution of the Master Production Schedule (MPS) to ensure the timely and cost-effective availability of materials and the efficient flow of production activities. The role works closely with cross-functional teams to optimise production schedules, improve planning processes, and ensure customer delivery requirements are consistently achieved.

Qualifications and experience:

• Tertiary qualification in Industrial Engineering, Production Planning, Production Control, or a related field.
• Experience in production planning, scheduling, manufacturing operations, or supply chain planning within a production environment.
• Experience working with ERP systems, preferably SAP.
• Understanding of production planning methodologies, material planning, and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of demand planning, inventory control, and production reporting will be advantageous.

Key technical skills:

• Master Production Scheduling (MPS) and Production Planning
• SAP Production Planning and ERP Systems
• Production and Material Flow Management
• Demand Planning and Capacity Planning
• Production Reporting and Performance Monitoring
• Process Improvement and Continuous Improvement
• Production-related Processes and Manufacturing Operations
• Cross-functional Coordination and Stakeholder Management
• Data Analysis and Problem Solving
• Technical Documentation and Process Integration

Key responsibilities:

Production Planning and Scheduling

Plan and coordinate the execution of the Master Production Schedule by translating demand requirements into achievable production schedules to ensure on-time manufacturing, efficient resource utilisation, and customer delivery commitments.

Material and Production Control

Manage production and material planning activities by coordinating material availability, monitoring non-conforming materials, and maintaining production continuity to minimise disruptions and support efficient manufacturing operations.

Production Performance Monitoring

Monitor production performance through reporting, schedule tracking, and KPI analysis to identify deviations, support informed decision-making, and drive the achievement of production targets.

Cross-functional Coordination

Coordinate planning activities across production, procurement, engineering, and other stakeholders to align production priorities, resolve planning constraints, and ensure effective execution of the production plan.

Process Optimisation and Systems Improvement

Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying planning process enhancements, optimising SAP utilisation, and improving production planning practices to increase operational efficiency, accuracy, and overall business performance.

Our recruitment values:

HENSOLDT South Africa focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion in our organizational strategy. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive corporate culture that benefits our employees and delivers better outcomes for our clients. In line with our commitment to equal employment opportunities and our focus on diversity in the operational environment, we welcome applications from all ethnic groups. In line with HENSOLDT's commitment to equal employment opportunities and our focus on diversity in the operational environment, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups.

Application Deadline: 08 September 2026.

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV by applying directly on the HENSOLDT Careers Page.

If you have not been contacted within 14 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.