Senior Supply Chain Planner

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Kimberly work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Planner to enhance forecasting, inventory control, and S&OP execution from Kimberley. The role drives forecast accuracy, optimizes stock levels, and coordinates production and distribution with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in planning, strong analytical skills, and experience with SAP APO or Kinaxis, delivering cost-efficient supply chain improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, business administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in supply chain planning, demand forecasting, or inventory management.
• Proven experience with S&OP processes and execution.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in advanced Excel.
• Experience with supply chain planning software (e.g., SAP APO, Oracle ASCP, Kinaxis).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• Experience in manufacturing or consumer goods preferred.
• APICS certification advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate demand forecasts by analyzing historical data, market trends, and collaborating with sales and marketing teams.
• Manage inventory levels across the supply chain to meet service level targets while minimizing holding costs.
• Lead and participate in the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process, ensuring alignment between demand, supply, and financial plans.
• Plan and schedule production and distribution activities to meet forecasted demand and customer orders.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks and potential disruptions.
• Monitor KPIs related to forecast accuracy, inventory turns, and service levels.
• Collaborate with procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and sales teams to ensure seamless execution of the supply chain plan.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the planning function.
• Utilize supply chain planning software and tools to support planning activities.
• Provide analytical support and insights to senior management on supply chain performance.

Skills

Demand forecasting

Inventory management

S&OP

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Stakeholder comms

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain

Tools

SAP APO

Oracle ASCP

Kinaxis

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading manufacturer and distributor of consumer goods, is looking for a highly analytical and proactive Senior Supply Chain Planner to enhance their planning operations based in Kimberley. This pivotal role involves forecasting demand, managing inventory levels, and coordinating production and distribution schedules to ensure optimal product availability and cost efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in demand planning, inventory management, and S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning). You will be instrumental in driving improvements to the supply chain's responsiveness and accuracy, contributing significantly to the company's success in the Northern Cape region and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop accurate demand forecasts by analyzing historical data, market trends, and collaborating with sales and marketing teams.
• Manage inventory levels across the supply chain to meet service level targets while minimizing holding costs.
• Lead and participate in the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process, ensuring alignment between demand, supply, and financial plans.
• Plan and schedule production and distribution activities to meet forecasted demand and customer orders.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks and potential disruptions.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to forecast accuracy, inventory turns, and service levels.
• Collaborate with procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and sales teams to ensure seamless execution of the supply chain plan.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the planning function.
• Utilize supply chain planning software and tools to support planning activities.
• Provide analytical support and insights to senior management on supply chain performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in supply chain planning, demand forecasting, or inventory management.
• Proven experience with S&OP processes and execution.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in advanced Excel.
• Experience with supply chain planning software (e.g., SAP APO, Oracle ASCP, Kinaxis).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.
• Experience in a manufacturing or consumer goods industry is highly preferred.
• APICS certification (e.g., CPIM, CSCP) is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance bonus.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A collaborative and challenging work environment in Kimberley.
• Potential for career advancement within the organization.