Textile Demand Planner — Inventory & OTIF Champion

Innovazi Consulting; Durban; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovazi Consulting is seeking a dedicated Demand Planner in Durban to manage finished goods stock, support OTIF delivery, and optimise inventory levels. You will collaborate with production, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to align planning with customer requirements and lead times.

The role requires 1–2 years in a demand planning function, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with textile or clothing manufacturing processes. A proactive, analytical mindset is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Matric with Mathematics.
• 1 - 2 Years' experience in a Demand Planning Role.
• Experience within Textile or Clothing manufacturing industry.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Good understanding of manufacturing operations and supply chain processes.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for managing finished goods stock levels in line with company policies and customer requirements.
• Support the achievement of 100% on-time and in-full (OTIF) delivery.
• Manage inventory effectively by balancing customer demand with the need to minimise excess stock.
• Monitor and ensure that excess and obsolete stock is depleted timeously.
• Coordinate with Production and Manufacturing teams to ensure finished goods are produced according to customer requirements and within required lead times.
• Liaise with suppliers and vendors to support on-time deliveries and resolve supply chain issues that may affect finished goods availability.
• Generate and analyse reports relating to inventory levels, stock turnover and customer demand.
• Ensure system information and administrative processes are maintained accurately and timeously.
• Ensure the correct flow of information through relevant systems and schedules.
• Complete tasks and provide support to the Senior MRP / Supply Chain Planner as required.
• Monitor demand trends and stock requirements to support effective production and inventory planning.
• Maintain accurate planning information and communicate potential supply or stock issues to relevant stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical

Excel

Communication

Coordination

Planning

Inventory planning

Problem solving

Textile knowledge

Manufacturing knowledge

Education

Matric with Mathematics

Supply Chain/Logistics qualification

Tools

Sync

Job description

Innovazi Consulting is seeking a dedicated Demand Planner in Durban to manage finished goods stock, support OTIF delivery, and optimise inventory levels. You will collaborate with production, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to align planning with customer requirements and lead times.

The role requires 1–2 years in a demand planning function, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with textile or clothing manufacturing processes. A proactive, analytical mindset is essential for success.