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Production Planner

Holland Dairy PLC

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Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Bishoftu

5 years

1 Position

2025-04-17

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2025-05-18

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Fields of study

Industrial Engineering

Logistics and Supply Chain Management

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Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on sales forecasts, customer orders, and inventory levels.

  • Plan and schedule production runs for various dairy products, considering factors such as product shelf life, production capacity, and equipment availability.

  • Adjust production schedules in response to changes in demand, raw material availability, or equipment breakdowns.

  • Monitor production progress and identify potential bottlenecks or delays and implement corrective actions.

  • Monitor and manage inventory levels of raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods to ensure adequate supply and minimize stockouts.

  • Conduct regular inventory audits and reconciliations.

  • Collaborate with the procurement team to ensure timely delivery of raw materials and packaging materials.

  • Optimize inventory levels to minimize storage costs and waste.

  • Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and customer feedback to develop accurate demand forecasts.

  • Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to understand future sales plans and promotions.

  • Utilize forecasting tools and techniques to improve forecast accuracy.

· Inventory Management: 

  •  Monitor and manage inventory levels of raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods to ensure adequate supply and minimize stockouts.

  • Conduct regular inventory audits and reconciliations.

  • Collaborate with the procurement team to ensure timely delivery of raw materials and packaging materials.

  • Optimize inventory levels to minimize storage costs and waste.

· Demand Forecasting: 

  • Capacity Planning: 

  • Assess production capacity and identify potential constraints.

  • Develop capacity plans to ensure that production resources are utilized effectively.

  • Recommend improvements to production processes and equipment to increase capacity and efficiency.

· Reporting and Analysis: 

  • Generate regular reports on production performance, inventory levels, and forecast accuracy.

  • Analyze production data to identify trends and areas for improvement

  • Prepare and present production plans and reports to management.

Job Requirements

  •  Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in production planning or supply chain management, preferably in the FMCG.

  • Strong understanding of production planning and inventory management principles.

  • Proficiency in using production planning software and ERP systems.

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.   

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.   

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.   

  • Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality control procedures.

  • Experience in demand forecasting.

How to Apply

Submit your application letter via email: hr@holland-dairy.com

Fields Of Study

Industrial Engineering

Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Skills Required

adjust production schedule

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