Material Planner, South Africa

Eaton Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Flexible working solution

Challenging international projects

Job summary

Eaton is seeking a Material Planner in Johannesburg to ensure uninterrupted production by planning materials, coordinating with suppliers, and maintaining optimal inventory levels. The role involves collaboration across Supply Chain, Quality, Procurement, and Program Management to support production programs.

Candidates should have 1–3 years in material planning, logistics, or supply chain operations, with strong English skills and experience with MRP/ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in material planning, logistics, or supply chain operations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage material requirements in line with customer demand and production schedules.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of materials and components.
• Analyze material requirements and place purchase orders to support production plans while maintaining optimal inventory levels.
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, and potential supply risks.
• Work closely with Supply Chain, Quality, Procurement, and Program Management teams during new supplier implementation and qualification processes.
• Coordinate transportation and logistics activities to ensure efficient material flow.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in material planning, inventory management, and supplier delivery performance.
• Support inventory optimization and reduction of excess and obsolete stock.
• Ensure accurate master data and planning parameters within MRP/ERP systems.
• Participate in demand and supply reviews, providing clear communication on material availability and potential constraints.

Skills

English proficiency

MRP/ERP systems

Cross-functional collaboration

Import/Export knowledge

SA SARS regulations knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain/logistics/related field

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Unlock Your Potential at Eaton: Where Diversity Drives Innovation. No matter where you come from, your aspirations matter to us. We believe in the power of different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to ignite innovation and drive success. We're in the business of empowering people, and that includes you. Your journey here is not just about a job; it's about a shared vision for a brighter, more sustainable future.

What you’ll do:

As a Material Planner you will be responsible for material planning and supply management activities to ensure uninterrupted production operations. This includes close cooperation with suppliers, monitoring material availability, and maintaining optimal inventory levels to support customer demand.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage material requirements in line with customer demand and production schedules.

• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of materials and components.

• Analyze material requirements and place purchase orders to support production plans while maintaining optimal inventory levels.

• Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, and potential supply risks.

• Work closely with Supply Chain, Quality, Procurement, and Program Management teams during new supplier implementation and qualification processes.

• Coordinate transportation and logistics activities to ensure efficient material flow.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in material planning, inventory management, and supplier delivery performance.

• Support inventory optimization and reduction of excess and obsolete stock.

• Ensure accurate master data and planning parameters within MRP/ERP systems.

• Participate in demand and supply reviews, providing clear communication on material availability and potential constraints.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in material planning, logistics, or supply chain operations.

Skills:

• Strong command of English, both written and spoken.

• Experience working with MRP/ERP systems.

• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional and international environment.

• Experience in import/export operations and customs clearance processes would be a plus.

• Knowledge of South African customs regulations and SARS (South African Revenue Service) procedures would be a strong advantage

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package;

• Flexible working solution;

• Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team in an international environment.

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Eaton announced, on June 11, 2026, the intent to combine its Mobility Group (including both the Vehicle and eMobility segments) with a new company. We expect to complete this process by the end of the first half of 2027. The compensation and benefits that will initially be offered for this position are based on Eaton's plans, programs and practices. If you are offered and accept this position and are actively employed by the Mobility Group when the transaction closes, the new company will provide further details to employees concerning compensation and benefits at that time.

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