Inventory Planner Gauteng

Peoplefinder Career Placements; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoplefinder Career Placements' client in the retail sector seeks an Inventory Planner to oversee the inbound Supply Chain, managing supplier accounts and product ranges in Gauteng.

You will analyse data, plan promotions and replenishment, coordinate supplier orders, set item parameters, forecast effectively and place orders to meet inventory and service targets; SAP knowledge and strong Excel skills are essential.

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.
• Must have excellent communication skills (written & verbal).

Responsibilities

• Data analysis and reporting
• Promotional planning and replenishment
• System coordination of supplier accounts to optimize most profitable ordering patterns/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

Excel Pivot Tables

SAP software

Supplier coordination

Forecasting

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Supply Chain

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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 most profitable ordering patterns/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)

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you do send an email to the recruiter directly: please state the position you are applying for.

Package & Remuneration

Salary will be discussed during the interview stage.