Seven-Up Bottling Company Limited is one of the largest manufacturing companies in Nigeria, producing and distributing some of the favourite most- loved soft drink brands in the country like; 7up, Pepsi, Mirinda, Mountain Dew, H2oH!, Teem, Lipton Ice Tea and Aquafina premium drinking water. SBC boasts of nine bottling plants with state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities strategically located across various regions in the country.
The Production Planner is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of the production plan at Seven-Up Bottling Company.
This includes overseeing the availability of materials and goods required for production, as well as maintaining an optimal working space.
The Production Planner plays a critical role in coordinating production workflow, planning operations, and monitoring job progress to ensure on-time and budget-compliant delivery.
The role requires a strong understanding of bottling operations, planning expertise, and the ability to drive efficiency and productivity improvements.
Responsibilities
Plan and execute production activities in accordance with the Bill of Materials (BOM), ensuring timely availability of raw and packaging materials on the shop floor.
Convert planned orders into process orders, considering current factory realities such as production line capacity and availability of resources.
Coordinate production workflow for one or multiple products, prioritizing operations to maximize performance and minimize delays.
Determine manpower, equipment, and raw material requirements to meet production demand.
Schedule shifts according to production needs, monitor job progress and address any issues to minimize disruptions.
Collect and analyze production output data, including the number of finished products and the percentage of defectives.
Prepare and submit production status and performance reports, ensuring adherence to relevant standards and regulations.
Attend daily production and planning meetings, establishing, monitoring, and reinforcing control on production activities.
Collaborate with various departments, such as Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Warehouse, to build and maintain productive relationships.
Drive innovation by continuously improving processes, exploring industry benchmarks, and implementing best practices.
Promote a positive and inclusive work environment, aligning with the company's values and culture.
Utilize performance management systems to set objectives and drive employee engagement and development.
Selection Criteria
Minimum of HND or BSc in Food Sciences, Engineering, or General Sciences.
5-7 years of relevant hands-on experience in FMCG operations and maintenance.
Strong knowledge of bottling operations, including planning, manufacturing, quality, environment, engineering, health, and safety.
Demonstrated expertise in operational planning, financial analysis, and people management.
Ability to build and leverage relationships to improve results.
Proven experience in problem-solving, analytical skills, and continuous process improvement.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Proficiency in PET and RGB operation and maintenance.
Key Competencies:
Strive: Demonstrates a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.
Accountability: Takes ownership of responsibilities and ensures compliance with policies and procedures.
Bonding: Builds and maintains productive relationships with team members, stakeholders, and external partners.
Innovation: Drives innovation by exploring new ideas, implementing best practices, and leveraging technology.
We appreciate all applications, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further consideration.
Seven-Up Bottling Company is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
If you are passionate about production planning and have the required qualifications and experience, we invite you to join our team at Seven-Up Bottling Company.