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Oneway Connect; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic and growth-focused organization is seeking a talented individual to join its Supply Chain Division in Paarl. As an entry-level position, the successful candidate will optimize demand plans against actual sales and develop procurement strategies, working alongside a Senior Manager in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years related experience.
• Experience with Blue Yonder (JDA) Planning is advantageous.
• Willingness to work extended hours during peak times.

Responsibilities

• Identify market trends and quantify their impact on demand.
• Review demand plans and apply corrective updates.
• Develop seasonal procurement plans.

Skills

Analytical skills

Judgment

Tools

Blue Yonder (JDA)

Job description

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Adynamic and growth-focused organization is seeking talented and passionate individuals to join its Supply Chain Division in Paarl.

Job Specification

Reporting to the Senior Manager Procurement, the incumbent will be responsible for the continuous optimization of the demand plan versus actual sales performance. Key responsibilities include:

• Identifying market trends and quantifying their impact on demand
• Reviewing demand plans and applying corrective updates

Growth

Developing seasonal procurement plans

Optimizing stock service levels, return on inventory, and category profit profiles

Leveraging Culture & Diversity

Digital Transformation

Minimum Requirements

• 2 years of related experience
• Experience with Blue Yonder (JDA) Planning will be an advantage
• Willingness to work extended hours during peak times

Key Leadership Attributes

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• The ability to manage complexity
• Strong, pragmatic judgment

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Marketing and Sales

Industries

• Technology, Information and Internet

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