Material Planning Specialist – Onsite, Isando

Weir; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career development

Global inclusion networks

Wellness support

Study support

Job summary

Weir is seeking a Material Planner for an onsite role in Isando to ensure uninterrupted production through material planning, inventory control and supplier coordination. This position supports production orders, tracks material consumption and drives continuous improvement in the supply chain.

As part of a global mining technology leader, you will work with cross-functional teams, apply SAP/ERP and MRP knowledge, and travel occasionally to supplier sites to optimize performance and safety

Qualifications

• Degree in Industrial Engineering or Operations Management, Production Management.
• Proficiency with SAP/ERP systems and understanding of MRP processes.
• Strong skills in inventory management and supplier coordination.
• Ability to analyze data and apply continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Material Planning: Ensure uninterrupted production by managing critical material planning processes, coordinating with internal departments and suppliers to guarantee materials availability when required.
• Inventory Management: Manage and review safety stock levels, conduct cycle counts, and maintain stock accuracy to support production needs.
• Production Support: Ensure materials consumption is accurately tracked on all production orders and oversee timely and accurate subcontractor processing.
• Performance Monitoring: Analyze data and reporting to continuously improve material planning efficiency and supply chain objectives.
• Travel Requirements: Occasional travel may be required to supplier sites or other company locations to support coordination and process improvements.
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

Skills

SAP/ERP proficiency

MRP processes understanding

Inventory management

Supplier coordination

Data analysis

Continuous improvement

Education

Degree in Industrial Engineering or Operations Management

Tools

SAP/ERP systems

Job description

Weir is seeking a Material Planner for an onsite role in Isando to ensure uninterrupted production through material planning, inventory control and supplier coordination. This position supports production orders, tracks material consumption and drives continuous improvement in the supply chain.

As part of a global mining technology leader, you will work with cross-functional teams, apply SAP/ERP and MRP knowledge, and travel occasionally to supplier sites to optimize performance and safety