PCV Global Inventory Analyst

Flsmidth; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Johannesburg seeks a qualified individual for demand forecasting and inventory planning. The role involves analyzing trends, working on inventory optimization, and ensuring data integrity. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in supply chain analytics. The company offers a diverse workplace and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Equal opportunity employer

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Work-life balance

Competitive benefits

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in demand forecasting, inventory planning, or supply chain analytics.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in visualization tools is preferred.
• Ability to manage large datasets and tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Collect, validate, and consolidate demand forecasts.
• Analyze demand trends and identify risks.
• Monitor global inventory levels and support optimization initiatives.

Skills

Analysis of forecast accuracy

Demand forecasting

Inventory planning

Advanced Excel proficiency

Strong communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

ERP systems (D365, Oracle)

Job description

Your Responsibilities

• Collect, validate, and consolidate demand forecasts from regional and local markets.
• Analyze forecast accuracy, demand trends, and planning assumptions; identify risks and opportunities.
• Monitor global inventory levels, highlighting slow‑moving, excess, and obsolete stock.
• Support inventory optimization initiatives to balance customer service and working capital targets.
• Prepare and distribute standard SIOP reports and dashboards for global and regional review meetings.
• Provide insights into demand variability, supply constraints, and inventory impacts.
• Conduct “what-if” analysis and scenario modeling to support supply chain and business decisions.
• Maintain data integrity in planning tools and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Partner with global and regional teams to ensure alignment across demand planning, supply planning, and finance.
• Support continuous improvement of SIOP tools, templates, and processes.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Industrial Engineering, Economics, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in demand forecasting, inventory planning, or supply chain analytics.
• Strong analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Excel; experience with visualization tools (Power B or Tableau) preferred.
• Knowledge of ERP and planning systems (D365, Oracle, or Epicor).
• Strong communication skills in English and Spanish; able to interact in a global environment.
• Understanding of supply chain principles, forecasting techniques, and inventory optimization.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage large datasets and tight deadlines.

What We Offer

• An equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace
• A global network of supportive colleagues and growth opportunities
• Work‑life balance so you can focus on professional and personal priorities
• Competitive benefit package and retirement preparation
• Time to recharge through vacation time and holidays

As an equal opportunity employer, FLSmidth embraces diversity and equality by promoting an environment of inclusion. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply - the more diverse our employees are, the stronger our team is. In our commitment to equal opportunity and eliminating bias, we kindly request that you exclude personal information such as age, ethnicity, marital status, number of children, and photographs from your application materials.

FLSmidth is the leading supplier of engineering, equipment and service solutions to customers in the mining and minerals industries – for more information please visit FLSmidth.com/careers