Planning Specialist - JHB - #576-11

Job Details:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed professional with a knack for effective inventory management to join our team as a Planning Specialist.

In this role, you will play a key part in implementing lean demand and supply planning strategies to optimise our operations. If you thrive in a collaborative environment but also excel at working independently, this role may be perfect for you.

If you are ready for a challenge, please apply.

Requirements:

Educational

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Tertiary qualification preferable.

Experience

• 5+ years in a planning environment.
• Experience working with ERP planning systems.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills; verbal and written.
• Excellent persuasion and negotiation skills.
• Strong planning and organising skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Solid understanding of inventory management practices and procedures.
• Proficient in MS Office suite, specifically advanced skills in Excel.

Personal Attributes

• You have a strong organisational and methodical approach to tasks.
• You possess analytical problem-solving skills with a sharp focus on prioritisation.
• You excel at working effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• You demonstrate resilience and thrive in demanding, high-pressure settings.
• You excel in collaborating with others to achieve shared goals.

Responsibilities

Data Management and Analysis

• Ensure cleanup of data for invalid and old backorders, purchase orders, as well as stocking indicators.
• Track aged stock movements, line details, and follow up on comments.
• Track and push excess stock.
• Assistance with forecast accuracy analysis.
• Analyse stock levels through IBP detailed templates.
• Detailed analysis to ensure data management of inventory.
• Analysis and detailed reviews of forecasts.

Integrated Business Planning (IBP)

• Strategic planning for Integrated Business Planning (IBP).
• Work within IBP process from forecast to order cycle.
• Implementation of long-term demand and supply planning.
• Review and challenge motivation on variances of forecasts to align with financial targets.
• Consolidating portfolios for IBP.

Automation and Process Improvement

• Run the Embrace forecasting module, including all future automations.
• Assist with automations (projects planned for planning automation in 2025).
• Ensure continuous improvements critical to align with business strategy and budgets.
• Ensure lean supply chain process flow.

Procurement and Vendor Management

• Handle procurement for additional vendors.
• Serve as a backup for the team in managing procurement categories.

Additional

• Reliable transport.
• This is an office-based position in the Woodmead branch.

A more comprehensive job description will be available upon successful application. 

All required qualifications will be verified by an independent provider on behalf of Tarsus.

Please note: The company is under no obligation to fill this position, should you not have had any feedback within 2 weeks of submitting your application, you may consider your application unsuccessful.