S&OP & Demand Forecasting Specialist

Manpowergroup; Durban; On-site; ZAR 350 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading workforce solutions company is seeking a professional to coordinate the Sales and Operations Planning process in Durban. The role involves optimizing demand plans, conducting root-cause analysis, and collaborating with teams to improve supply chain efficiency. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years in an FMCG supply chain environment and relevant qualifications in supply chain management or logistics.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of FMCG working experience within a Supply Chain environment.
• Experience reducing cost or improving efficiency in previous jobs.
• Understanding of MRP principles is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and steer the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process.
• Ensure adherence to outlined processes for S&OP and demand planning.
• Perform root-cause analysis of supply chain metrics and take actions.
• Develop and execute product demand plans.
• Manage demand planning processes for new and existing products.

Skills

Coordination

Analytical skills

Demand planning

Forecasting

Cost reduction

Education

Relevant qualification in Supply Chain Management or Logistics

Job description

A leading workforce solutions company is seeking a professional to coordinate the Sales and Operations Planning process in Durban. The role involves optimizing demand plans, conducting root-cause analysis, and collaborating with teams to improve supply chain efficiency. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years in an FMCG supply chain environment and relevant qualifications in supply chain management or logistics.