Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) has an exciting opportunity. We are looking for talented individuals with relevant skills and experience for a Production Controller role, which is based in Midrand.
Functional Capabilities:
Production data reconciliation and control (Daily Production Report - DPR)
SAP production transaction management and material movement
Material usage analysis and variance investigation
BOM (Bill of Materials) and production order validation
Stock accuracy and consumption reporting
Interdepartmental coordination (Stores, Planning, Quality, and Production)
Process improvement and compliance with manufacturing standards
Problem-solving and root cause analysis for production data issues
Support for audits and reporting processes
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Key Outcomes:
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.
KBI:
ERP system production order accuracy and closure rate
DPR-to-actual production variance (%)
Material usage variance (%)
Timeliness and accuracy of daily production reporting
Reduction in unaccounted material losses
BOM and ERP system master data error rate
Number of material adjustments due to reconciliation issues
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
Deadline:2nd July,2026