Junior Planner / Analyst

Overview : We are looking for a passionate, results driven, ambitious individual who is looking for personal future growth to join a dynamic planning team in assisting with supply chain and purchasing processes of the company in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner.

The successful candidate's responsibilities will include analysing, strategizing, learning product roadmaps and reporting on current and future product demand plans, SKU master-data and analysing inventory. Attention to detail is key as well as excellent people skills and ability to build sustainable relationships.

Responsibilities :

• Management of Master Data:
  Receive new price lists from OEM's and review for any new models to be added on the SKU creation process.
  Maintain item master data by checking for discrepancies (SKU codes, brand, OEM, category, description, barcodes, etc.).
  Review and maintain Qlik Sense / SAP sales data checking for any missing mandatory fields.
  Compile action item lists of discrepancies to be aligned with sales and planning.
• Sourcing of Accessories:
  Weekly sourcing of accessories from suppliers.
  Compile accessories report in a neat and presentable manner (Excel, PowerPoint) to be shared with sales teams on a weekly basis.
  Follow up on forecast and purchase orders.
• Weekly PSI Reporting:
  Share PSI report weekly with OEM's to ensure visibility and collaboration on stock levels and requirements.
  Daily, Weekly stock sell-out analysis VS Forecasts.
• Management of Type Approvals and Certificates:
  Source test certificates and ICASA.
  Apply for type approval on relevant portal.
  Track and manage process from start to finish until foreign certificates are obtained.
• Analytics of Inventory:
  Preparation of various daily, weekly, and monthly procurement reports.
• Placing, Checking, and Expediting of Purchase Orders.

Abilities and Skills :

• Basic decision-making skills.
• Ability to work within a team.
• High work standards.
• Basic problem-solving skills.
• Customer care.
• Basic planning and organizing skills.
• Ability to use initiative.
• Advanced driving skills.
• Self-managed.
• Endurance.
• Trustworthiness.
• Reliability.
• Dedication.
• Perseverance.
• Embrace the company values and live the organisational brand.

Experience / Knowledge :

• Qualification / Certification in supply chain, logistics would be advantageous.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a planning / analytical role using Excel and ERP system (SAP, JDE, etc.).
• Experience in collecting and analysing data.
• Excellent Microsoft knowledge (Excel is a must and intermediate user).
• Experience on SAP would be an advantage.
• Valid driver's license and own reliable vehicle.