Lubricants Demand and Supply Manager

What you will do:

Demand Planning and Forecasting

• You will oversee a 12month rolling horizon forecast for assigned products utilising your expertise to navigate market trends and translate demand signals into actionable forecasts.
  

• You will leverage the ASCP Oracle MRP system to seamlessly convert demand forecasts into precise production and inventory needs for internal and external suppliers.
  

• You will lead the coordination of supply planning initiatives ensuring flexibility and agility to meet evolving market demands deliver on growth targets and capitalise on new opportunities.
  

Inventory Management and Optimization

• You will manage overall inventory performance in compliance with company policies establishing appropriate safety stock levels and proactively resolving obsolescence issues.
  

• You will manage supplier relations effectively engaging in strategic discussions to optimize performance and secure reliable supply chains.
  

• You will track and report key functional metrics to identify areas for cost reduction and enhance overall supply chain efficiency and effectiveness.
  

Business Collaboration and Process Management

• You will oversee the catalogue of offered products analysing and proposing rationalisation strategies to streamline offerings and optimize production.
  

• You will actively contribute to the Sales and Operations Planning process by providing timely inputs facilitating strategic discussions and ensuring timely closure of action items.
  

• You need to remain adaptable and willing to take on additional duties as needed contributing to the overall success of the team and the organization.
  

About You

MustHaves:

• You have a Bachelor s/Masters degree in supply chain management with a background and understanding of Supply Chain Management principles such as (but not limited to) Production Planning Purchasing and Forecasting.
  

• You have at least 5 years of experience in Supply Chain leading people along with experience in creating direction and strategy for managed teams.
  

• You have Strong interpersonal skills for effective relationship management with internal and external business partners.
  

• You are a person of high integrity selfdriven able to work under pressure and minimal supervision.
  

Nice to Have:

• You are APICS/ PMP certified or in progress.
  

• You have experience with Oracle ASCP or MRP systems.
  

• Supply Chain Management or Planning experience in a multinational company Oil & Gas FMCG will be given priority.
  

About the Company:

For over 30 years our partner company has built a solid brand around an exceptional standard of service. They have over 230 strategically located service stations countrywide designed for maximum convenience and safety with a focus on valueadded service at the forecourt. They endeavour to become the preferred brand of customers and all business partners providing quality products and services focused on safety and convenience and strengthening longterm partnerships with all stakeholders.

There s much more we can say about our partner company the role and what our client is looking for by way of executive qualities and experience so if you feel that you fit the initial criteria and are excited to join the team please let us know by applying.