FMCG Supply Planner: Inventory & Forecasting Pro

Sabenza IT & Recruitment; Kraaifontein; Presencial; ZAR 360.000 - 480.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Sabenza IT & Recruitment is seeking a Supply Planner to keep stock moving in a fast-paced FMCG environment in the Western Cape. You will plan replenishment, monitor timelines, and coordinate with suppliers to ensure product availability while minimising excess stock.

You translate demand forecasts into actionable procurement plans, manage supplier relationships, and maintain planning reports and ERP data. Strong Excel, ERP (Odoo), and analytical skills are essential, with a focus on accuracy and

Formación

• Matric certificate and a relevant degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or a related field.
• Two to three years of experience in supply planning or procurement.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong analytical abilities.
• Experience in an FMCG, manufacturing or similar environment will be advantageous.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably Odoo, and BI reporting will be advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Plan stock levels, replenishment and purchasing to ensure product availability while minimising excess and slow moving stock.
• Use demand forecasts to plan procurement, production and replenishment requirements.
• Monitor stock movements, incoming shipments, purchase orders and delivery timelines.
• Build supplier relationships, communicate forecasts and follow up on delayed orders.
• Ensure raw materials, packaging and components are available when needed.
• Coordinate supply requirements for promotions and new product launches, including supplier timelines and logistics.
• Identify and manage risks relating to stock shortages, supplier delays, production constraints and warehouse capacity.
• Develop recovery plans for potential stockouts and communicate supply risks to relevant teams.
• Maintain planning reports, dashboards, stock records and key performance indicators.
• Prepare supply planning updates and support budgeting, inventory valuation and supply chain reviews.
• Maintain accurate product information, supplier lead times, stock levels and bills of materials within the ERP system.
• Keep planning procedures up to date and ensure records are accurate and audit ready.

Conocimientos

Stock planning

Forecasting

Excel advanced

ERP systems

Inventory management

Supplier management

BI reporting

CSCP/APICS (adv.)

Educación

Degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management or related

Herramientas

Odoo ERP

BI reporting tools

Descripción del empleo

Sabenza IT & Recruitment is seeking a Supply Planner to keep stock moving in a fast-paced FMCG environment in the Western Cape. You will plan replenishment, monitor timelines, and coordinate with suppliers to ensure product availability while minimising excess stock.

You translate demand forecasts into actionable procurement plans, manage supplier relationships, and maintain planning reports and ERP data. Strong Excel, ERP (Odoo), and analytical skills are essential, with a focus on accuracy and