Regional Inbound Replenishment Planner

Epiroc South Africa (Pty) Ltd; Boksburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining and construction equipment company is seeking an Inbound Replenishment Planner in Boksburg, South Africa. The successful candidate will oversee the flow of materials, manage stock levels, and work with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, along with experience in ERP systems. This role offers a chance to contribute to sustainable mining and innovative solutions in a dynamic industry.

Qualifications

• Experience working with ERP and Planning tools is desired.
• Experience in planning and/or purchasing of components is meritorious.
• Strong English communication skills both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth flow of materials into operations.
• Review and approve replenishment orders.
• Manage stock levels across regional locations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

ERP/MRP systems

Tools

ERP

Planning tools

Job description

Mission of the role

We are seeking an Inbound Replenishment Planner to ensure the smooth and cost-effective flow of materials into our operations. You will review and approve replenishment orders, manage stock levels across regional locations, and resolve or elevate issues such as rejected materials, lead‑time discrepancies, and stock outs. This role requires strong analytical skills, experience with ERP/MRP systems, and effective communication with suppliers and internal teams.

Your mission

• Process replenishment proposals promptly and review ERP/WMS system actions daily to align inventory with forecast demand, making decisions to release, cancel, or defer orders while escalating exceptions.
• Expedite and track orders for incoming shipments, backorders, and past‑due items to meet customer expectations.
• Review item status changes to adjust or cancel open purchase orders, and communicate updates to Order Fulfillment and Customer Care to ensure accurate promise dates.
• Coordinate surplus returns and redistributions regionally and globally, arranging transportation with nominated forwarders and supporting breakdown escalations.
• Monitor supplier confirmations (PO/DO/RO), resolve ACIGNs, and elevate supplier practice adjustments to improve cost and service levels.
• Maintain effective communication across teams regarding supply issues, update tracking reports, support inventory planning and assist with discrepancies and cost reduction goals.
• Handle imports, rejected material claims, internal returns, and act as the link between expediting and inventory control teams, ensuring compliance with policies and Prokura regulations.

Your Profile

• Experience working with ERP and Planning tools is desired.
• Experience in planning and/or purchasing of components as well as equivalent work is meritorious.
• Strong English communication skills both verbal and written.
• Local language requirements specific for the SCOC/DC (to be defined).

Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Last Date to Apply

22 January 2026

It all starts with people. The world needs metals and minerals for the energy transition and our cities and infrastructure must be developed to serve a growing population. To succeed, we need to speed up the shift towards more sustainable mining and construction industries. We at Epiroc accelerate this transformation, together with customers and business partners in more than 150 countries, by developing and providing innovative and safe equipment, digital solutions, and aftermarket support. All new thinkers are welcome. We are looking for those who want to develop, grow, and dare to think new. In Epiroc we attract, develop, and retain diverse talent valuing authenticity and unique perspectives, driving our spirit of innovation. We foster an inclusive culture where diversity isn't just a goal but a part of our values and way of working. This is how we do business for a sustainable future. Learn more at www.epiroc.com.