Job Description

Production Planner

• Elsies River Industrial, Cape Town
• Day shift: 08:00 to 17:00
• Salary: R32 000 to R43 000, negotiable depending on experience

Help drive the next phase of operational excellence at a leading textile manufacturer.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established textile manufacturing company based in Cape Town, currently undergoing business consolidation to strengthen efficiency and output. With a strong reputation for quality and innovation in home textiles, theyre now seeking a high-calibre Production Planner to support this growth and help elevate operations to the next level. This is a mission-critical role offering the opportunity to make a tangible impact in a dynamic and evolving environment.

The Role: Production Planner

You will be responsible for converting sales demands into realistic, efficient production plans ensuring capacity, stock, quality, and timelines are aligned. With a retiring planner and a planning gap internally, youll step into a vital position to streamline operations using your strong Excel, planning, and ERP skills. Expect a hands-on, fast-paced role where accuracy, communication, and lateral thinking are key.

Key Responsibilities

• Minimum 3 years experience in production planning or supply chain coordination
• Translate sales forecasts into feasible daily and weekly production plans
• Ensure optimal use of raw materials, equipment, and labour to meet customer delivery dates
• Monitor capacity constraints, maintenance schedules, and staffing levels
• Communicate plans effectively to shop floor via work tickets and daily schedules
• Control production documentation and maintain accurate planning records for audits
• Oversee external contractor production (e.g., printers) from quality and stock perspectives
• Track performance data daily, including targets, output, and waste
• Coordinate closely with stores for material availability and with HODs for floor-level execution

About You

• 3+ years' experience as a Production Planner or in a supply chain coordination role
• Advanced Excel proficiency (non-negotiable) for data analysis and planning tasks
• Strong understanding of ERP systems and forecasting tools (SAP or similar)
• Bilingual in English and Afrikaans to ensure effective floor-level communication
• Assertive, proactive, and highly organised with a lateral thinking approach
• Ability to stay calm and productive under pressure in a manufacturing environment
• Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Operations, or Industrial Engineering is preferred