INVENTORY DEPLOYMENT MASTER DATA ANALYST

SAB; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

SAB is looking for an Inventory Deployment Master Data Analyst to manage and ensure the accuracy of master data related to inventory deployment. The role includes analyzing warehouse capacity, improving data quality, and collaborating with various departments. A Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3-5 years of experience in FMCG are required.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years operational or planning experience in FMCG.
• Deep knowledge of NoCC Logistics and Planning processes.
• Understanding of ABInBev Logistics and Planning principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage and analyze master data related to inventory deployment.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of master data across systems.
• Collaborate with departments to support effective inventory management.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Collaboration

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Centric

Education

Bachelors degree in Planning, Supply Chain Management or Logistics

Job description

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INVENTORY DEPLOYMENT MASTER DATA ANALYST

Apply locations HQ Sandton time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday time left to apply End Date: July 4, 2025 (5 days left to apply) job requisition id 30084277

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

The key purpose of this role is to manage and analyze master data related to inventory deployment to ensure data accuracy and consistency across various systems and databases. The Master Data Specialist is responsible for maintaining this data integrity, which is crucial for efficient inventory management and deployment.

The incumbent will work closely with other departments, such as WSNP, SNP, T1, InEx, and Tech, to ensure that the right products are in the right place at the right time, based on accurate and up-to-date data. They also play a critical role in improving data quality, contributing to more reliable forecasts and strategic decisions.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of master data related to inventory deployment across multiple systems.

• Analyse warehouse capacity using trends and forecasts to determine necessary changes to distribution strategies.

• Maintain and analyse Preferred Root Matrix (PRM) data within the iPlanner system, ensuring distribution channels are current and changes are implemented promptly.

• Input master data and rules into the SpotLight system, ensure suggestions align with business needs, and engage with solutions to improve system outputs. Analyse and report on system adoption across the IDP team.

• Balance increases and decreases in production with changes in inventory policy across the grids to maintain production continuity and optimal stock levels.

• Regularly review and clean data to uphold high standards of data quality across all systems.

• Perform data analysis and compile reports to provide visibility across the IDP area and support decision-making.

• Collaborate closely with other departments to ensure data alignment and effective inventory management.

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance data management and inventory deployment efficiency.

• Contribute to Inventory Deployment Planning (IDP) as required.

• Monitor and report on service levels, including load suggestions and prioritisation, and scrutinise the daily Load Plan to ensure closure of out-of-stock situations.

• Manage and ensure accuracy of all T1 iPlanner master data inputs on a daily basis.

• Review demand inputs by SKU and site to ensure accurate deployment within iPlanner.

Key Attributes and Competencies:

• Demonstrable problem solving skills with an ability to manage complexity and ambiguity

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

• Must be able to work under continuous pressure for extended periods

• Clear and strong communication skills

• High levels of integrity and honesty • Innovative thinker

• Meticulous attention to detail

• Demonstrate initiative and drive

• Critical decision making ability

• Customer centric

Minimum Requirements:

• Relevant Bachelors degree in Planning, Supply Chain Management or Logistics

• 3 – 5 years operational or planning experience in FMCG

• Deep Knowledge of NoCC Logistics and Planning processes, specifically inventory management

• Understanding of ABInBev Logistics and Planning principles

• Improvement through root cause and trends analysis using Belt methodology

Additional Information:

• Band: VII

SAB is an equal opportunity employer, and all appointments will be made in-line with SAB employment equity plan and talent requirements. We are a company that promotes gender equality. Internal applicants require Line manager approval. Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
The advert has minimum requirements listed. Management reserves the right to use additional/relevant information as criteria for short-listing.

About Us

The South African Breweries (SAB) has reimagined what a beer company can be and has anchored this in a powerful brand purpose – We Dream Big to Create a Future With More Cheers – which articulates who we are and where we are going.

At SAB it’s always about more than the beer.

We are driven by our passion to demonstrate the unique power of beer to propel South Africa forward. Since our inception over a century ago, SAB has grown to become South Africa's largest brewer, a powerful economic contributor, a leader in sustainability, and a champion of responsible consumption.

SAB is one of South Africa’s admired companies and corporate brands. The company has 7 breweries and 42 depots in South Africa, a total workforce of approximately 5000, and supports a beer economy ‘from seed to sip’ of over 250000 jobs. Its portfolio of beer brands meets the needs of a wide range of consumers and includes leading brands in beer and beyond such as Castle Lager, Carling Black Label, Corona, Brutal Fruit, and Flying Fish