Material Planner
Material Planner
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Job Description
General and Task Management
Schedule the supply of materials and components to meet production requirements and maintain safety stock levels.
Plan develop implement and evaluate processes for material delivery from suppliers to the point of use.
Assess volume requirements against planning assumptions.
Manage daily orders and monitor deliveries to ensure timely availability.
Identify and mitigate risks that may impact the production schedule.
Follow up on material shortages that may affect production timelines.
Implement standardized processes and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Use Material Requirements Planning systems (SAP and OMP) to maintain accurate data and resolve related issues.
Monitor the integrity of the Bill of Materials (BOM) and ensure inventory accuracy.
Track inventory levels against agreed targets and support periodic inventory checks.
Minimize obsolete stock and reduce liabilities through efficient planning.
Generate and share regular statistical reports and analyses.
Support product Launches/Relaunches by ensuring timely delivery of Raw Materials (RM) and Packaging Materials (PM) while managing phase-outs of old products.
Minimize write-off costs for Finished Goods (FG) RM and PM.
Relationship Management
Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to forecast and plan materials to ensure uninterrupted production.
Communicate material delivery schedules and forecasts to suppliers.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery.
Support supplier assessments and sourcing with the procurement team.
Attend supplier meetings and participate in negotiations to ensure supply commitments are met.
Address supplier concerns and evaluate performance in coordination with purchasing.
Resolve payment-related issues with suppliers and vendors.
Safety and Compliance
Comply with all health safety and environmental policies to ensure personal and workplace safety.
Demonstrate resilience adaptability and a proactive mindset.
Actively contribute to team efforts and maintain a collaborative work approach.
Uphold transparency integrity and professionalism in all engagements.
Skills and Attributes
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent negotiation and influencing abilities.
Commercial and financial acumen with an understanding of cost impact on production and customer fulfilment.
Results-oriented well-organized and capable of meeting deadlines.
High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Competent in project management and supply chain operations.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor s Degree or Diploma in a science-related field.
Professional certification in Supply Chain Management (an added advantage).
2 3 years of experience in production and materials planning.
Proficient in SAP S/4HANA and advanced Microsoft Excel.
Strong understanding of supply chain interdependencies and supplier dynamics.
Fluent in English with effective written and verbal communication skills.
Employment Type
Full Time
