Planner, Material Planning, Taste

Dsm-Firmenich; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A global materials company in Midrand, South Africa, is seeking a Planner for Material Planning. The role involves executing daily procurement activities, coordinating with suppliers, and managing inventory levels. The ideal candidate will have an engineering background, 3-5 years in procurement, and strong Excel skills. The company promotes a diverse culture and offers flexible working hours, making it an attractive workplace for those looking to grow professionally.

Benefits

Flexibility in working hours

Dynamic working environment

Competitive benefits

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in procurement planning.
• Detailed understanding of Materials Replenishment Planning.
• Experience managing suppliers' performance.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily planning and procurement activities.
• Coordinate with manufacturing and suppliers for timely production.
• Monitor inventory levels and manage slow-moving stock.

Skills

Proficiency in Excel

Strong sense of accountability

Resilience in high-pressure environments

Education

Engineering bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Planner, Material Planning, Taste

City, Country: Midrand, South Africa

Your Key Responsibilities

• Execute daily planning and procurement activities to support order fulfillment, cost optimization, and maintain an efficient material planning process.
• Coordinate with manufacturing facilities and suppliers to guarantee on‑time production and delivery.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels to meet objectives and minimize slow‑moving or obsolete stock.
• Investigate and resolve suppliers' non‑conformance issues (SNC) in collaboration with QA, COE, and suppliers.
• Apply and optimise planning parameters to improve efficiency and suggest adjustments when needed.
• Maintain accurate product master data in SAP, including lead times for planning, production, and transportation.

We offer

• A culture that values diversity where people are at the heart of the company.
• A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.
• A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do.
• Flexibility in working hours.
• A dynamic working environment.
• Competitive benefits.

You bring

• Engineering bachelor's degree, Supply Chain, Statistics, Econometrics, Mathematics or Equivalent.
• 3‑5 years' experience managing procurement planning area, following suppliers' performance and being responsible for the available raw materials at consumption point.
• Detailed understanding of Materials Replenishment Planning and Inventory management.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Strong sense of accountability – you take initiative, speak up, and see things through.
• Resilience and the ability to stay focused in fast‑paced, high‑pressure environments.

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don't just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day.

Whether it's fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that's better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavour, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you're making a difference, we'll make sure you're growing too.

With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders.

Your voice matters here.

And your ideas?
They're essential to our future.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other.

When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that's exactly the kind of culture we're building.

A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we're serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible.

From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we're committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we're here to help – just let us know what you need, and we'll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We're managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich.

If you're applying as an individual, we'd love to hear from you.

We're not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.