Material Planner, South Africa

What you’ll do:

• Plan and manage material requirements in line with customer demand and production schedules.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of materials and components.
• Analyze material requirements and place purchase orders to support production plans while maintaining optimal inventory levels.
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, and potential supply risks.
• Work closely with Supply Chain, Quality, Procurement, and Program Management teams during new supplier implementation and qualification processes.
• Coordinate transportation and logistics activities to ensure efficient material flow.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in material planning, inventory management, and supplier delivery performance.
• Support inventory optimization and reduction of excess and obsolete stock.
• Ensure accurate master data and planning parameters within MRP/ERP systems.
• Participate in demand and supply reviews, providing clear communication on material availability and potential constraints.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in material planning, logistics, or supply chain operations.

Skills:

• Strong command of English, both written and spoken.
• Experience working with MRP/ERP systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional and international environment.
• Experience in import/export operations and customs clearance processes would be a plus.
• Knowledge of South African customs regulations and SARS (South African Revenue Service) procedures would be a strong advantage

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package;
• Flexible working solution;
• Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team in an international environment.

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