制造业

Production Planner- P2

Sandvik Mining is a global leading supplier of equipment and tools, parts, service, and technical solutions for the mining and infrastructure industries. Applications include rock drilling, rock cutting, loading and hauling, tunnelling, and quarrying. We are proud to be recognized on the Forbes Top 50 Global Employers List.

The Role

To coordinate and manage the Production planning activities and logistics to ensure the efficient operation of the Production Unit Workshop, focusing on the timely delivery of equipment, parts, and services. This includes scheduling production tasks, monitoring workflow, and optimizing resource allocation to meet operational targets and customer expectations.

This service is rendered to Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions customers (internal and external), with safety standards and quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on customer orders, inventory levels, and machine availability.
Coordinate with engineering and procurement to ensure materials and designs are ready before production starts.
Adjust schedules dynamically to accommodate delays or urgent orders.
Facilitate daily production meetings and oversee resource coordination.
Participate in the biweekly Forecast on Demand meeting for both divisions to ensure alignment with the Delivery offices.
Align the DSB plan with the production supply plan.
Update the ERP system to the latest Forecast and Bill of Materials on the delivery plan.
Ensure timely availability of raw materials, components, and consumables.
Work closely with the procurement team to track deliveries and manage supplier lead times.
Monitor stock levels to avoid shortages or overstocking.
Monitor the delivery status of the Bill of Materials and analysis of the delivery schedule.
Analyse machine and labour capacity to match production demand.
Identify bottlenecks and propose solutions (e.g., overtime, shift changes, outsourcing).
Plan for preventive maintenance to minimize downtime
Track production performance (e.g., output vs. plan, efficiency, scrap rates).
Use ERP/MRP systems to manage production data and generate reports.
Analyse trends to improve planning accuracy and operational efficiency.
Manage and update machine production progress reports using Lean ERP and Microsoft tools.
Expedite the procurement of spares and components required for production builds.
Record and distribute minutes from production unit meetings.
Conduct site visits to work bays, fabrication shops, and suppliers to validate progress reports and forecast completion dates.
Assess resource availability within the production unit and collaborate with relevant stakeholders to address any shortages that may impact planning and delivery.
Continuously analyze and review the Manufacturing process schedule to provide planning recommendations to the Production Manager.
Opening of work in the ERP system ensures timeliness and generates a warehouse picking list for the Bill of Materials.
Conduct fine scheduling to optimise production.
On the completion of the manufacturing build, close off the production on the ERP.
Transferring of Bill of materials from Team centre to ERP(Lean)
Updating suppliers with drawing Revision notifications.

Your profile

Grade 12/N3 / Equivalent qualification
Certificate/diploma/degree in business management
ERP Knowledge (Lean, SAP)
A technical background, such as a trade certificate or an engineering degree, is considered advantageous
SSDP (Supervisory Safety Development Program)
Advanced computer literacy is preferred and will be considered an asset.
1SMP – One Sandvik Management Programme (completed/or to be completed 1 year after date of appointment)
Project Management Certificate (advantageous)
Knowledge of Sandvik Databases (advantageous),
Valid driver's license

How to apply

Please apply online through Workday (ESS) or access the Sandvik website www.home.sandvik/en/careers

Closing Date: 11 November 2025

Sandvik is an equal opportunity employer, striving for practices and programs that are bias free and in which employees are treated fairly to ensure fair opportunity with the best outcome for every individual securing no discrimination on grounds including but not limited to, age, gender, gender expression, race, ethnicity, language, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. To ensure an inclusive, equitable and diverse work environment where people can develop and perform well, our focus areas are: great leadership, lifelong learning & development, career opportunities & open job market and safe & fair work environment.

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