Inventory Planner

Peoplefinder Career Placements; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 280,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoplefinder Career Placements in Gauteng seeks an Inventory Planner to manage the inbound supply chain by effectively coordinating supplier accounts and product ranges. You will focus on data analysis, forecasting, and ensuring optimal stock levels to meet service targets.

The role requires SAP experience, strong Excel skills (Pivot Tables), and solid communication abilities to liaise with suppliers and internal teams during planning cycles.

Qualifications

• Matric with a degree in Supply Chain or relevant qualification.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in supply chain.
• Excellent product knowledge.
• Excellent Computer Literacy (MS Office - Especially Excel - Pivot Tables).
• SAP knowledge is essential.
• Excellent communication skills (written & verbal).

Responsibilities

• Data analysis and reporting.
• Promotional planning and replenishment.
• System coordination of supplier accounts to optimize the most profitable ordering patterns and frequency.
• Item parameter setting and data analysis to enable optimal forecasting results.
• Place supplier purchase orders to ensure achievement of inventory and service.
• Project Management.

Skills

Data analysis

Reporting

Promotional planning

Replenishment

Supplier coordination

Forecasting

Purchase orders

Project management

Pivot tables

Excel

Education

Matric with a degree in Supply Chain

Tools

SAP

Job description

Inventory Planner

Our client in the retail industry requires the service of an Inventory Planner to manage the inbound Supply Chain through effective management of supplier accounts and product ranges.

Duties & Responsibilities

Key performance areas:

• Data analysis and reporting
• Promotional planning and replenishment
• System coordination of supplier accounts to optimize the most profitable ordering patterns and frequency
• Item parameter setting and data analysis to enable optimal forecasting results
• Place supplier purchase orders to ensure achievement of inventory and service
• Project Management

Desired Experience & Qualification

The successful candidate must have:

• Matric with a degree in Supply Chain or relevant qualification
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in supply chain
• Excellent product knowledge
• Excellent Computer Literacy (MS Office - Especially Excel - Pivot Tables)
• SAP Knowledge is Essential
• Must have excellent communication skills (written & verbal)

Package & Remuneration

Salary will be discussed during the interview stage.