Job Description

Minimum requirements:

• A relevant tertiary qualification (Degree) required, preferably in Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• Further tertiary qualification in Planning and Inventory Management would be advantageous.
• 1 to 2 years working experience in a similar role recommended
• An understanding of manufacturing processes and production planning principles will be advantageous
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially Excel, for data analysis and reporting
• Experience within an FMCG/ manufacturing environment would be an advantage.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of planning and the critical elements/ components thereof.

Role and responsibilities:Relationship Management of Business Partners

• Monitor the Customer or Business Partner inquiries and complaints and ensure they are resolved professionally.

Implementation of Control Measures and Ad Hoc Management Support

• Assist to ensure open communication channels between the Production departments.
• Providing Management support where necessary.
• Ensuring the Planner is involved or aware of the relevant matters affecting the business.

Production Planning and Scheduling

• Schedule and review orders and demands for a long-term period, and maintain a production plan to meet customer demands.
• Analyze data on supply and demand to optimize production planning.
• Ensure minimum and maximum stock levels are maintained at the centralized and external warehouses.
• Indicate and follow up on the purchases of raw materials to maximize and optimize production planning, and to ensure sufficient lead time for purchasing.
• Work closely with the Production and Maintenance departments to ensure the most effective production plan and downtime.
• Assist with production planning of affiliates and ensure collaboration with centralized warehouse.
• Monitor product inventory within the Company.
• Ensure the balancing of supply and demand functions.

Reporting and Analyzing

• Identify and develop reporting systems where necessary.
• Implement and train relevant employees to update and analyze reports.
• Forecast accuracy improvement.
• Promotional impact analysis.

Analyzing Business Profitability and Efficiency

• Identify and analyze production and procurement cost-saving opportunities.
• Analyze and maintain operational data for the Company.

Health and Safety

• Participate in safety forums for example safety meetings and safety talks
• Follow-up on any activities assigned through safety meetings / committees / representatives / management
• Report all safety incidents to the relevant people
• Attend safety education and refresher programmes
• Comply with safety policies and procedures
• Distribute safety information as and when required
• Wear protective clothing (where applicable) at all times

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