Group Parts Supply Analyst

Profile Personnel; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the logistics sector is seeking a skilled individual to manage inventory replenishment for parts sourced locally and internationally. The successful candidate will ensure optimal stock levels, analyze order proposals, and manage supplier relationships. This role requires a relevant degree and experience in warehousing, with a focus on inventory management principles and best practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in warehousing or material handling.

Responsibilities

• Ensure required inventory levels for customer satisfaction.
• Analyze stock replenishment and forecast reports.
• Fulfill backorders and manage excess stock.

Skills

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

Education

Degree / National Diploma in Logistics / Supply Chain Management

Job description

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

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that the company Group Parts has the required inventory levels available to satisfy customer requirements for Parts and Accessories, within the defined financial budgets.
• Analyze stock replenishment and forecast reports to determine optimal stock levels for targeted availability and confirm firm orders for local suppliers.
• Conduct daily analysis of airfreight and sea freight order proposals and placements.
• Analyze, report, and take corrective actions on Dealer backorder parts daily.
• Fulfill backorders within the required lead-times and follow up on overdue deliveries with suppliers.
• Analyze the Potential Stock-out Report to proactively prevent backorders.
• Monitor stock levels to meet stock turn and months cover targets.
• Run reports to highlight problem areas for management evaluation.
• Manage and control excess and obsolete stock.
• Manage parts that have been superseded, ensuring orders are updated for stock receipts and Dealer sales orders.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure delivery schedules are met and resolve parts quality issues.
• Coordinate with Group Parts Distribution Centres regarding delivery schedules, priorities, and stock queries.
• Assist Parts Support Helpdesk with Dealer queries regarding parts availability and resolution.
• Update invoice and vessel information in SAP ET to ensure timely customs clearance of Kassel shipments.
• Manage and delete old Purchase Orders to maintain accuracy in the stock replenishment process.

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

Experience: Minimum 3 years 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