MPL Planner

MPL Planner

Boksburg, Südafrika | Produktion | Berufserfahrene | Unbefristet | November 20, 2021

As worldwide experts in filtration, MANN+HUMMEL develop solutions for vehicles, industrial applications, clean air inside vehicles and the sustainable use of water. With team spirit and an open culture of communication, we are continuously working towards achieving our vision of 'leadership in filtration'. Become part of our team.

Job Description

Role Summary

The role is responsible for plant production planning and material planning, ensuring production activities follow the production plan and meet customer requirements. It also includes knowledge of importing raw materials and tracking them, as well as ensuring material procurement follows the master plan and long-term customer demand, while keeping finished goods and material inventory at reasonable levels .

Main Tasks

• Develop production plans: Create and maintain detailed production schedules based on customer orders, sales forecasts, and inventory levels. Adjust plans as needed to accommodate changes in demand or production capacity.
• Capacity planning: Monitor production capacity and identify constraints or bottlenecks. Work with production managers to optimize resource utilization and ensure that production targets are met.
• Material Planning: Analyze sales forecasts, production schedules, and inventory levels to forecast material requirements accurately. Anticipate changes in demand and adjust material plans accordingly.
• Purchase Order Management: Generate and manage purchase orders for materials, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Track order status, expedite deliveries when necessary, and resolve any issues or discrepancies with suppliers.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks related to material availability, supplier reliability, and supply chain disruptions. Develop contingency plans to address potential disruptions and minimize their impact on production.
• Inventory Optimization: Monitor inventory levels and optimize stock levels while minimizing excess or obsolete inventory.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve material planning processes and systems. Implement best practices and tools to streamline procurement processes, reduce costs, and improve efficiency.
• Implement Material planning and logistics process to meet global standard

Your Profile

• University degree or relevant education in the field of supply chain management ,related production planning and material planning work experience.
• 5+ years of experience in the same or similar role.
• Combination of analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills, along with a strong understanding of supply chain management principles and procurement processes.
• Knowledge in SAP PP and MM is prefered
• Hands-on planning exposure (MRP, production planning, demand planning)
• Experience with suppliers, importing, and logistics coordination
• Understanding of inventory control and forecasting
• Ability to handle disruptions, shortages, and fast-paced environments
• Proven ability to plan at plant level and support production targets

Are you full of ideas? Are you keen to take on responsibility and really achieve something? Then our doors are open to you. This company lives out its values, gives people the freedom to use their own initiative, and offers many development exciting opportunities and many exciting projects – all of which awaits you here.