Materials Expeditor

Kellogg; Springs; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading snacks company in South Africa is seeking a Materials Planner and Expeditor to manage packing and raw materials according to the Master Production Schedule. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Supply Chain and 3-5 years of FMCG experience. Responsibilities include planning, supplier management, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Join us in shaping the future of snacking.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of FMCG experience required.
• Knowledge of Kellogg's quality and safety standards.
• Familiarity with materials replenishment principles.

Responsibilities

• Plan and control packing and raw materials as per Master Production Schedule.
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain relationships.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Supply Chain

Tools

SAP or similar ERP systems

MS Excel

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

MATERIALS PLANNER AND EXPEDITOR

Department : Supply Chain

Sub Department : Planning & Resource

JOB OVERVIEW

The Material Planner and Expeditor is responsible for planning and controlling all packing and raw materials in line with the Master Production Schedule, ensuring their availability by calling off and expediting packaging and raw material lines as per the material requirement plan.

LEVELS OF AUTHORITY

Levels of authority include signatory and authorization powers within the scope of the job, divided into financial, people, business process, and other matters.

FINANCIAL

None

PEOPLE

None

BUSINESS PROCESS

Purchases volumes to cover production demand within Kellogg's specifications.

RELATIONSHIPS

This section describes internal and external relationships, influence, and frequency.

INTERNAL CUSTOMERS

Production, Procurement and Planning, Marketing, Finance, Stores, Quality, and R&D.

EXTERNAL CUSTOMERS

Suppliers, Agents.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS AND INDICATORS

Main activities focus on end results, with indicators measuring performance.

Materials Planning and Execution

• Plans and controls packing and raw materials aligned with the Master Production Schedule.
• Ensures the schedule is achievable over a 12-month rolling horizon.
• Analyzes discrepancies and takes corrective actions such as releasing, expediting, delaying, or canceling orders.
• Proactively manages change requests related to material supply issues.
• Minimizes working capital through efficient planning.
• Manages risks associated with promotional goods purchasing.
• Seeks cost reduction and control improvements.
• Monitors for inactivity or obsolescence, recommending disposition.
• Participates in cycle count analysis and corrects inventory errors.

Supplier Management

• Monitors consignment stock risks at suppliers.
• Attends meetings with suppliers, marketing, quality, and R&D teams.
• Conducts regular supplier visits.
• Sets and measures supplier KPIs (e.g., OTIF).
• Maintains supplier specifications and ensures awareness.
• Participates in negotiations.

Materials Management

• Purchases printed materials per marketing needs.
• Sends purchase orders to suppliers on time.
• Ensures invoices correctly reference Kellogg's PO number.
• Informs inventory and receiving teams about PO details.
• Maintains current open purchase orders in the ERP system.
• Updates material planning and printed material information in ERP.
• Assists with budget maintenance and tracks actual vs. budget prices.
• Handles changes in bills of materials under supplier control.
• Supports other purchasing functions as needed.

Health and Safety

• Ensures GMP, HACCP, and sanitation standards are met.
• Adheres to safety rules and addresses safety concerns proactively.
• Follows Kellogg's environmental management systems.

DIMENSIONS, EDUCATION & RELEVANT YEARS JOB RELATED EXPERIENCE

Degree in Supply Chain with 3-5 years of FMCG experience.

DIMENSIONS, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

The ability to :

• Work analytically with numbers and scenario planning.
• Demonstrate adaptability, learning, work standards, and perseverance.
• Communicate effectively, build trust, and gain commitment.
• Contribute to team success, monitor information, inspire action, and follow up.

Sufficient / in-depth knowledge of :

• Kellogg's quality, safety procedures, and health standards.
• Materials replenishment principles.
• Operational policies and procedures.
• SAP or similar ERP systems.
• MS Excel skills.
• Section 404 compliance.

Get to Know Us

At Kellanova, we aim to be the world's best-performing snacks-led company, unleashing our brands and passionate people. Our brands include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, and more.

We value Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can contribute and grow.

Mars plans to acquire Kellanova by 2025, shaping the future of snacking. The companies will remain separate until then.

About Kellanova AMEA

The AMEA region, home to 75% of the world's population and 50% of global GDP, offers vast growth potential with diverse markets and products. We aim to expand our reach and investments in emerging markets within AMEA, becoming a key player in the industry.

The best brands. The best people. The best you.

Join us to shape the future of snacking.

What does it take to be the best? Someone like you

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or veteran status. For more on our EDI efforts, visit our website.