Planning Officer at BC Networks West Africa

Job Purpose

• To ensure efficient production planning, scheduling, and resource allocation that meets customer demand while optimizing factory operations, minimizing downtime, and reducing costs.

Key Responsibilities
Production Planning & Scheduling:

• Develop and maintain production schedules based on customer orders, forecasts, and inventory levels.
• Coordinate with procurement to ensure raw materials and components are available on time.
• Adjust schedules to accommodate machine breakdowns, urgent orders, or supply chain disruptions.

Capacity & Resource Management:

• Monitor factory capacity and workforce availability to balance workloads.
• Optimize use of machinery, labor, and materials to achieve production targets.
• Identify bottlenecks and propose solutions to improve efficiency.

Data & Reporting:

• Track production progress against schedules and KPIs.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports on output, delays, and resource utilization.
• Use ERP/MRP systems to update and manage planning data.

Coordination & Communication:

• Liaise with production supervisors, quality assurance, logistics, and procurement teams.
• Communicate changes in schedules to relevant departments.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the factory.

Typical Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Production Management, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 2 – 5 years of experience in production planning or manufacturing operations.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).
• Knowledge of supply chain and inventory management.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.