Planning Supervisor (Night Shift)

Basic Information Department: Planning

Vacancies: 1

Location: Johannesburg, Woodmead

Contact Information Contact Person: Webster Hlalele

Contact Email: [email protected]

Contact Phone: 0114579900

Dates Date Circulated: 14 Jul 2026

Closing Date: 20 Jul 2026

Minimum Skills and Knowledge Required

• National Diploma or Degree in Inventory / Supply Chain / Operations / Production Management.
• Minimum of 5 years' relevant experience in a high-pressure planning or production environment, including at least 1 year in a supervisory or leadership capacity.
• Proficient in English, both verbal and written.
• Computer literate (MS Office) with proficiency in MS Excel advance.
• Must be prepared to work overtime / weekends in accordance with operational requirements. Behavioural Dimensions Required
• Demonstrates honesty, integrity and a strong work ethic.
• Assertive and confident in enforcing company policies, procedures and standards.
• Meticulous, organised and process-driven with strong attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Holds self and others accountable, ensuring consistent application of rules and standards.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, guide and manage team performance.
• Safety conscious with a commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.
• Able to work independently and under pressure while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills across all levels of the organisation.
• Demonstrates initiative, resilience and a commitment to continuous improvement. Brief Description of Key Performance Area
• Supervise the planning team in pursuance of achieving daily deadlines and objectives.
• Monitor and review Amtrack reports throughout the shift, ensuring updates are timely, accurate, and aligned with operational requirements.
• Provide feedback to Planning Manager daily and when production did not run according to plan.
• Give proactive explanation to Sales when we envisage that a production dept/s will not meet the day’s deadlines
• Continuous mentoring and grooming of subordinates.
• Oversee and assist with staff movement when needed.
• Prepare reports for management weekly or as required.
• Support and oversee training initiatives on the shift, ensuring consistent development and alignment with operational standards.
• Assist as and when operationally required in other areas or departments.
• Assist Master schedulers with machine run time and lead times.
• Investigate and give solutions on problematic jobs and bring the solution to the relevant Account Manager’s attention.
• Act as the first point of escalation for production and consolidation issues, applying a planning-focused approach to decision-making and driving effective problem resolution
• Provide support with testing, administrative tasks, and other ad hoc requirements as needed to ensure smooth planning operations.
• Handle disciplinary action when required with guidance from the HR department.
• Investigate missed deadline orders, problem orders and identify solutions to provide feedback to Management.
• Monitor that planning employees are following the HSE Act and report any issues to the Safety Manager.
• Handle disciplinary action for employees. Additional Information