Material Planning Officer

Job Purpose

To liaise with suppliers in relation to delivery schedules (call off) based on MRP system requirements to:

• ensure delivery in full against commitments made


• monitor all gaps and plan ahead so there are no missing parts on the production line


• identify missing parts with key suppliers


• provide input into the parameters review, procurement and materials planning for production.

Planning

• Plan the call offs in line with production needs (based on Master Production Schedule planning) and inventory strategy.


• Manage procurement plan accuracy and ensure material on time deliveries.


• Interact with Logistics Method department in parameters definition (i.e. requirements for packaging / stacking / storing / handling of components / material / parts).


• Communicate parameter standards to suppliers thus ensuring preservation and maintaining of high quality of product/s along the value chain.


• Participate in shop floor daily meetings sharing missing parts visibility and recovery plans


• Maintain accurate records so that procurement data is accurate at all times.

Supplier Relationships

• Communicate on a daily basis with suppliers sharing procurement plan.


• Monitor suppliers’ performance and follow up on commitments not fulfilled (i.e. ensure on time delivery in full – OTIF).


• Escalate in case of supplier’s major issues and work on corrective action plan with Supplier Development team and Buyers.


• Visit suppliers on a regular basis both for relationship building and for monitoring compliance to Gibela requirements / standards.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma in Logistics / Supply Chain.


• 3+ Years Material planning experience within an industrial manufacturing environment

Closing Date

17 August 2026

Should you not hear from us in 30 days, consider your application as unsuccessful.