Global Material Planner: Demand, Inventory & Supply

Eaton Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Flexible working solution

Challenging international projects

Job summary

Eaton is seeking a Material Planner in Johannesburg to ensure uninterrupted production by planning materials, coordinating with suppliers, and maintaining optimal inventory levels. The role involves collaboration across Supply Chain, Quality, Procurement, and Program Management to support production programs.

Candidates should have 1–3 years in material planning, logistics, or supply chain operations, with strong English skills and experience with MRP/ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in material planning, logistics, or supply chain operations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage material requirements in line with customer demand and production schedules.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of materials and components.
• Analyze material requirements and place purchase orders to support production plans while maintaining optimal inventory levels.
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, and potential supply risks.
• Work closely with Supply Chain, Quality, Procurement, and Program Management teams during new supplier implementation and qualification processes.
• Coordinate transportation and logistics activities to ensure efficient material flow.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in material planning, inventory management, and supplier delivery performance.
• Support inventory optimization and reduction of excess and obsolete stock.
• Ensure accurate master data and planning parameters within MRP/ERP systems.
• Participate in demand and supply reviews, providing clear communication on material availability and potential constraints.

Skills

English proficiency

MRP/ERP systems

Cross-functional collaboration

Import/Export knowledge

SA SARS regulations knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain/logistics/related field

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Eaton is seeking a Material Planner in Johannesburg to ensure uninterrupted production by planning materials, coordinating with suppliers, and maintaining optimal inventory levels. The role involves collaboration across Supply Chain, Quality, Procurement, and Program Management to support production programs.

Candidates should have 1–3 years in material planning, logistics, or supply chain operations, with strong English skills and experience with MRP/ERP systems.