MRP Junior Controller

Abantu Staffing Solutions; East London; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing firm in East London is seeking a candidate for an Automotive Logistics position. The role requires a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience and proficiency in SAP and advanced Excel skills. Responsibilities include overseeing material supply and supplier queries while managing logistics effectively. A driver's license and own vehicle are essential. This position is based on-site.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in the automotive logistics or planning environment.
• Proficient in SAP and advanced Excel functionalities.
• Prior knowledge of MRP or Supply Chain Management is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensure material ordering and supply to meet production demands.
• Manage MRP exceptions and maintain stock levels.
• Oversee logistics for freight and suppliers.

Skills

SAP knowledge

Advanced MS Excel skills

3+ years experience in the industry

Driver’s License and own vehicle

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Job description

Overview:

The position is within Automotive Logistics / Planning and is based on-site at the client. It reports into the Senior Controller.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric / Grade 12
• 3+ years experience within same industry / similar environment
• SAP knowledge
• Advanced MS Excel skills, including: PivotTables, VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, Data Tables
• MRP / Supply Chain Management experience – advantageous
• Driver’s License and own vehicle

Responsibilities:

• Ensure material ordering and supply, action material ordering to cater for demand fluctuations and ensure buildability in respect of material availability to Production Program
• Action MRP exception messages daily
• Ensure ideal stock levels are maintained on Import and Local parts coordinating with relevant suppliers
• Ensure the successful implementation of Engineering Changes / Model Years (both on Import and Local parts), as well as ensure minimum obsolescence and timeous processing thereof
• Manage and control all road, air and sea-freight
• Monitor and correct system parameters on a weekly basis
• Perform adhoc tasks as requested by management
• Ensure supplier (including freight suppliers, local and import suppliers) queries and account queries are dealt with timeously
• Demonstrate and instil a culture of integrity in diverse supplier, personal and service provider environment
• Administrative tasks and processing of relevant documentation to be maintained on a daily basis (Local supplier 3 Step & 5 WHYs, obsolescence, maintaining SLOCs, etc.)