Material Planner

Tiger Brands; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiger Brands is seeking a Materials Planner to generate a 24-month rolling Materials Plan and to manage procurement of packaging and raw materials in line with production needs.

You will lead risk assessments, collaborate with suppliers and internal teams, optimize working capital, and ensure service levels while minimizing costs. The role focuses on continuous improvement of planning processes and tools within FMCG manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG / manufacturing planning environment.
• Proven ability to manage material supply and coordinating with buyers.
• Strong analytical and problem solving in supply chain context.

Responsibilities

• Generate a 24-month rolling materials plan to support production.
• Manage procurement of packaging and raw materials per production plan.
• Regularly review opportunities and risks with stakeholders.
• Release requisitions to buyers and resolve shortages.
• Coordinate with warehouses, development, and QA to ensure material continuity.
• Lead and participate in Supply Chain Review Meetings and risk scenarios.
• Maintain MRPs and contribute to continuous improvement of planning tools.

Skills

Materials Planning

Procurement

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

National Diploma in Industrial Engineering / Logistics Management

B.Comm in Logistics / Supply Chain

Tools

MRP System

ERP Systems

Data Analytics

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! You are accountable for the generation of a 24 months rolling Materials Plan. You will manage the procurement of all required materials (packaging and raw materials) as per production plan requirements. You ensure opportunities and risks are regularly revised and communicated, in order to meet the required production demand at lowest possible costs, working capital and targeted customer service levels. You will facilitate the Supplier review process in conjunction with Procurement. You are responsible for the implementation of continuous improvement in materials planning and the adoption of materials planning process and tools

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Materials Planning Manage the materials requirements plan to support production requirements in the short- and long-term horizon Validate the materials plan and retrieve material shortage reports for resolution with buyers . Release requisitions to buyers for purchase order creation. Check shortages in production, review with warehouse, buyers and production planners and devise contingencies to mitigate production losses (e.g. shortages, late deliveries etc.). Ensure best delivery days through collaboration with warehouses and suppliers. In collaboration with warehouse/ development/ laboratory, check on any suspect material to ensure continuity in factories. Prepare the necessary analysis and present the constraint component, projections and mitigating action plans at the Supply Chain Review Meeting (SRM) Uses SRM to present medium to long term upstream supply risks and presents scenario's with financialized impact to influence decision-making in the meeting. Project Management Execute existing project action plans based on projects milestone and objectives, and advise on risks and opportunities associated with all projects Manage material procurement required for trials in collaboration with NPD. Coordinates with key stakeholders (R&D, quality, procurement and buyers ) to ensure material availability to support PIPO, renovations, CI’s and New product launches. Prepare liability reports, manage material write-offs or obsolete RM/PM, and communicate the financial impact to the business with regards to launches, re-launches, phase-in phase out and discontinuations. Working Capital Review and maintain forward material requirements within working capital targets for packaging and raw materials - i.e. minimize stockholding whilst ensuring sufficient supply. Track and report on packaging & raw material working capital against the agreed targets. Manage the stock provision schedule with site finance team to ensure all inventory risks, including excess stock at suppliers are fully provided for, and write off’s mitigated. Supplier and Material Risk Management Lead and manage the supplier relationship agenda with the objective of building relationships, identifying supply risks and opportunities, and ensuring continuity of supply. Act as a key link with Central Procurement for all material forecasts, supplier performance and pricing changes. Provide suppliers with a rolling 13-week forward estimate on a weekly basis and rolling 12-month material requirements plan. Generates scenario's to evaluate material shortages on sales, factory volume and recoveries Leads risk mitigation actions such as safety stock planning or alternate sourcing jointly with procurement and technical teams Planning Tools Manage system integrity and accuracy of the MRP tool through regular reviews and updates of all relevant data elements affecting MRP functioning. Accountability Develop inventory stock holding policy for RM/PM in line with group targets and remain within targets through effective planning. Liaise with suppliers on ways to reduce working capital. Manage supplier constraints in collaboration with suppliers in order to avoid business interruptions. Develop contingency plans in collaboration with Central Procurement and/or Suppliers to mitigate potential supply risks. MRP adherence with no audit findings.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TABLE:

Key Professional Competencies

• Core knowledge – Materials Planning Best Practices (process & technology), Project Management, Production Planning, The Interrelation customer service, product management, demand planning, procurement, inventory management (RM/PM), Supply Chain KPI’s Key foundational competencies Competencies – S&OP process understanding, project management, data & analytics, supply chain risk management, stakeholder engagement & management Qualifications : National Diploma in Industrial Engineering, Logistics Management / Supply Chain Management & BCOM-Logistics / Supply Chain. CPIM / CSCP/ CIPS advantageous
• Leadership – Influencing others, driving long-term results, developing myself & others, staying a step-ahead, managing change and driving decision-making. Personal Effectiveness – Effective communication, Interpersonal skills, Integrity, Creativity, Continuous Learning, Attention to Detail Experience Function – 3+ Years experience in planning, experience in supplier, retail & make to stock environment preferred Industry – Experience in FMCG / Manufacturing industry desirable

In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

Tiger Brands is proudly Africa’s largest listed manufacturer of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). We impact lives every day with our iconic, award-winning brands. Our core business is the manufacturing, marketing and distribution of everyday branded food and beverages. Our products are relevant across every meal occasion and are well positioned to grow. Being a food company means we’re an intimate part of everybody's daily lives and that’s why we get loud and proud about exploring further, roaring louder and growing together. We aim to Ignite Your Career, Grow our brands and our business. If you are looking for an exciting career in a multinational FMCG business, then Tiger Brands is the place for you to work and play.