Overview
Central Planning Manager – Manufacturing Jobs in Western Cape at The Foschini Group
Key Responsibilities
Oversee the preparation and maintenance of the seasonal factory listing and profiling.
Approve and guide the development of three-year capacity projections.
Validate and communicate seasonal calendars to merchandising and planning teams.
Review and present high-level seasonal strategy documents to leadership.
Ensure alignment between seasonal demand and available capacity using FastReact and Centric PLM systems.
Monitor and escalate material variances between seasonal, commitment, and roll-up plans.
Ensure timely updates to seasonal manufacturing period dates.
Oversee the integrity of FastReact master data and planning logic.
Lead the monthly review of GAP/Overruns reports and corrective action planning.
Negotiate and agree on strategic CMT allocations with Planning and Key Account Managers.
Ensure CMT capabilities align with forecasted demand and product complexity.
Support CMT development initiatives to meet future business needs.
Oversee the calculation and seasonal update of standard minute rates.
Ensure manufacturing cost models are accurate and reflect operational realities.
Manage the Planning Cost Centre and contribute to profitability targets.
Champion continuous improvement in planning systems (FastReact, Centric, Sync).
Lead initiatives to streamline taskline sequencing and milestone tracking.
Ensure planning processes are documented, followed, and enhanced where needed.
Provide leadership and mentorship to planners and controllers.
Facilitate pre-season engagements between factories and design teams.
Maintain strong relationships with factory owners and internal stakeholders.
Prepare Annual reports and analytics on manufacturing capacity
Qualifications & Experience
Matric and relevant qualification (degree/diploma)
Proven working experience in a Manufacturing and Planning environment (3-5years)
Skills
A high degree of numeracy and an analytical, detailed and strategic approach to work
Strong planning & administration skills and the ability to problem solve
Computer literacy in word and excel (Moderate to Advanced), Powerbi
Good organisational and interpersonal skills
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
The ability to work under pressure
Behaviours
Communicates Effectively – conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner
Drives Engagement – inspires, motivates and empowers individuals to go above and beyond for the benefit of the team and the organisation
Drives Results – sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results
Ensures Accountability – takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
Interpersonal Savvy – openly engages and interacts with others, builds rapport, and establishes positive relationships
Manages conflict – effectively navigates and resolves conflict and disagreements in a constructive and productive manner
Plans and Aligns – develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives
Values differences – recognises, respects, and appreciates the diverse values, beliefs, and perspectives of others
Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.
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Title: Central Planning Manager – Manufacturing
Company: The Foschini Group
Location: Western Cape
