Description:
Role Definition:
The Demand Planner is responsible for developing accurate demand forecasts to support production planning, inventory management, and supply chain operations. This role acts as a bridge between sales, quality assurance dept and production teams to ensure we meet customer delivery efficiently
Job Position:
Demand Planner
Reporting Line:
Supply Chain Planner
Organogram
Requirements
Education
Supply Chain Qualification
Matric with Maths
Skills
Strong communication
Analytical
Excel knowledge
Attention to detail and problem-solving mindset
Understanding of manufacturing operations and supply chain dynamics
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities
Experience
1-2 years’ experience in similar role
Sync experience advantageous
Work Conditions
Fast-paced environment with tight production timelines.
Office-based with regular interaction with operations team
Key Responsibilities
· Full responsibility of managing finished goods stock levels in line with company policies to achieve a 100% on time and in full delivery record.
· Managing inventory to strike a balance between meeting customer demand and avoiding exces inventory
· Ensuring all excess/obsolete stock is depleted timeously.
· Production Coordination: Collaborating with the production and manufacturing teams to ensure that finished goods are produced in line with customer delivery within the required lead times.
· Vendor Management: Working with suppliers and vendors to ensure on-time deliveries and to resolve any supply chain issues that may impact finished goods availability.
· Reporting and Analysis: Generating reports on inventory levels, stock turnover, customer demand
· System integrity: Ensuring the administrative process flow is managed correctly via the system and via relevant schedules
· Completing tasks that support the senior MRP planner to maintain customer service levels and company objectives
KPA’s
Competencies
· Inventory Management
· Accuracy & Data Integrity
· Production Support
· Reports submission accurately and timeously
· Follow ups with supplier on packaging
· Follow up an communication with production planners
· Attention to Detail
· Communication & Collaboration
· Problem-Solving
· Time Management
· Adaptability
· Continuous Improvement Mindset
Requirements:
Experience
1-2 years’ experience in similar role
Sync experience advantageous