Job Description

A leading FMCG company is looking for a Production Controller to be based in Polokwane. The successful candidate will be required to Provide a Production data reconciliation and
control (Daily Production Report -DPR), Production transaction management and material movement, Material usage analysis and variance investigation, Problem-solving and root cause analysis for production data issues and Support for audits and reporting processes.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Production Reporting and Reconciliation

• Validate and reconcile daily production output and material consumption records.
• Ensure all production orders are accurately closed in ERP system with the correct quantities.
• Resolve discrepancies between physical stock and system data.

Material Usage Control

• Verify raw and packaging materials consumed per production batch align with the bill of materials

(BOM).

• Investigate material yield variances and initiate corrective actions where needed.
• Monitor and correct ERP systems backflushing and manual posting errors.

System Transactions and Master Data Checks

• Maintain accuracy in ERP system-related transactions (confirmation, goods issue, returns, scrap,

and adjustments).

• Flag and support resolution of BOM or recipe errors affecting consumption tracking.
• Track material write-offs, rework, or scrap with proper authorization and system updates.

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Planning, and Stores teams to resolve material and system

issues.

• Communicate variances and abnormal usage trends with clear root causes and mitigation plans.
• Support Manufacturing and Finance teams with month-end stock and production reports.

Compliance and Continuous Improvement

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, quality standards, and audit requirements.
• Identify gaps in production reporting and implement process improvements.
• Participate in loss accounting, material reconciliation meetings, and inventory audits.

Skills, Experience & Education
Education

• Minimum: Grade 12 (Matric)
• Preferred: Diploma or National Certificate in Supply Chain

Management, Inventory Management, Production Planning, or
Industrial Engineering

• ERP system training and certification (advantageous)

Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a manufacturing, supply chain,

or inventory control environment, preferably in FMCG

• Proven experience working with ERP systems for production and

inventory management

• Familiarity with production order management, BOM validation,

and consumption reconciliation

• Exposure to manufacturing audits and compliance requirements

Skills

• Proficiency in SAP (MM/PP modules) - production orders, goods

movement, confirmations, etc.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for identifying data

anomalies and root causes

• Understanding of manufacturing workflows and material flow

principles

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data

analysis)Ability to interpret and troubleshoot BOMs, recipes, and
production reports

• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage cross - functional teams
• Knowledge of GMP, food safety, and compliance protocols in a

manufacturing setting
Policy
At Coca-Cola Beverages Africa we are proud to celebrate diversity and we strive to achieve an equal opportunity workplace by being cognisant of affirmative action requirements. It is our policy to be mindful and compliant with all our regional requirements and national laws for those regions. Employment at Coca-Cola Beverages Africa is based solely on an individual's merit and qualifications directly related to their field of competence. We do not discriminate against an employee or potential employees because race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability and gender identity.
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