Raw Materials Controller

AB InBev Africa; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in beverage production is seeking a talented individual to lead the Brewing raw materials department. This role involves managing planning, forecasting, supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates should hold a relevant degree and have experience in logistics or procurement with SAP proficiency. Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills are key assets for success in this position, which supports career growth and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least 1-year experience in a logistics or procurement environment.
• Understanding of brewing materials and the brewing process is advantageous.
• PC literacy with relevant SAP experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate the Brewing raw materials department to meet production requirements.
• Manage brewing raw materials planning, forecasting, and supplier management.
• Ensure stock accuracy in SAP and maintain compliance with audits.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Planning and coordination

Problem-solving ability

Analytical ability

Education

Relevant B Degree or National Diploma

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Overview

Dreaming big is in our DNA. Brewing the world’s most loved beers and creating meaningful experiences is what inspires us. We are owners, empowered to lead real change, deliver on tough challenges, and take accountability for the results. We are looking for talent that shares these values, that is ambitious, bold & resilient. We want talent that is looking for fast career growth, cross-functional experiences, global exposure and robust training & development.

The key purpose of this role is to lead and facilitate the Brewing raw materials department in order to meet production requirements whilst maintaining a safe work environment.

Key outputs and responsibilities

• Assist with all VPO Pillar Implementation
• Leads brewing raw materials planning, forecasting, ordering, payment, budget control, supplier management and effective quality controls
• Interpret and implement brewing and production plan, to ensure raw material availability
• Ensure stock accuracy in SAP and MES
• Responsibility for SAP master data accuracy
• Ensure MRP KPI compliance
• Audit materials stock reconciliation
• Provide information to regional production planner and divisional planning as well as suppliers
• Comply with relevant audit requirements
• Provide information and participate in situational and systemic problem solving as required
• Investigate & minimize material (transfer) losses
• Assist with new material trials as the need arises
• Team Leadership
• Manage relationship with suppliers
• Support DPR Controller and Administrator
• Support training and coaching needs
• Ensure PTP Adherence, VIM Queries & GR/IR follow up
• Ensure Hygiene and Food safety compliance in all areas

Minimum requirements

• Ideally a relevant B Degree or National Diploma
• At least 1-year experience in a logistics or procurement environment
• PC Literacy and relevant SAP experience
• Understanding of the brewing materials and the Brewing process would be advantageous
• Good excel skills

Key attributes and competencies

• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Financial inclination
• Ability to plan and co-ordinate
• Ability to work under pressure with concern for detail and correctness
• High energy levels
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Good problem solving and analytical ability
• Flexible, innovative and adaptable