Group Parts Supply Analyst

Profile Personnel; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Gauteng is seeking a candidate for a pivotal role in stock replenishment and inventory management. The successful applicant will ensure optimal inventory levels align with customer demands and financial budgets. Responsibilities include analyzing stock reports, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring timely deliveries. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience in logistics and supply chain management.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience in warehousing or material handling.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing stock replenishment and forecast reports.
• Daily analysis of airfreight and sea freight order proposals.
• Monitoring stock levels to meet stock turn and months cover targets.

Skills

Inventory Management

Logistics

SAP

MS Office

Automotive Experience

Education

Degree / National Diploma in Logistics / Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Role Description

The successful candidate will be involved in making the right decisions regarding stock replenishment for parts sourced locally or internationally from Kassel and other foreign suppliers.

To ensure that the company Group Parts has the required inventory levels to satisfy customer requirements for Parts and Accessories, within the defined financial budgets.

Qualification

• Degree / National Diploma in Logistics / Supply Chain Management or related discipline

Experience

• At least 3 years' experience in warehousing or material handling

Essentials

• Knowledge of inventory management principles and practices
• Basic manufacturing processes and lead time principles
• Experience in SAP / Logistics / Purchasing systems
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Automotive experience
• Knowledge of IDIS and EPIS

Possible Tasks within this Role

1. Analyzing stock replenishment and forecast reports to determine optimal stock levels for targeted availability and confirming firm orders for local suppliers.
2. Daily analysis of airfreight and sea freight order proposals and placements.
3. Daily analysis, reporting, and corrective actions on dealer backorder parts.
4. Fulfilling backorders within the required lead-times and following up on overdue deliveries with suppliers.
5. Analyzing the Potential Stock-out Report to proactively prevent backorders.
6. Monitoring stock levels to meet stock turn and months cover targets.
7. Running reports to highlight problem areas for management evaluation.
8. Managing and controlling excess and obsolete stock.
9. Managing parts that have been superseded to ensure updated orders for stock receipts and dealer sales.
10. Liaising with suppliers to ensure delivery schedules are met and resolving parts quality issues.
11. Coordinating with Group Parts Distribution Centres regarding delivery schedules, priorities, and stock queries.
12. Assisting Parts Support Helpdesk with dealer queries about parts availability and resolution.
13. Updating invoice and vessel information in SAP ET for timely customs clearance of Kassel shipments.
14. Managing and deleting old Purchase Orders to ensure accuracy in stock replenishment.