Planner : Raw Materials

The successful applicant will be responsible for the following: (amongst other duties)

• Ensuring there are enough RAW Materials and Secondary packaging to fulfil orders and reorder levels are maintained

• Issue daily schedules for Raw Material requirements

• Monitoring of slow-moving stocks

• Liaise with Sales personnel to dispose of or resell or maintain reorder levels

• Service the branches in terms of product required etc.

• Calculating daily and weekly stock figures, exceptions etc

• Co-coordinating plans for external transport

• Advising Production and Planners of any exceptions that may be necessary for new product

• Liaising with Stores & Distribution regarding new packaging

• Long-term planning of stock levels and buffers

• Assisting with the utilization budget process

• Optimizing stock rotation, ordering and cash flow management

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must comply with the following:-

COMPETENCIES

• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office

• Bcom Accounts or Supply chain or related degree or diploma essential

• Planning and buying experience in manufacturing, Packaging or retail advantageous

• 3 5 years of planning and buying experience/exposure essential

• Strong numeracy and planning skills essential

CHARACTERISTICS

• Analytical and logical thinker

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact across organization

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to make tough decisions

• Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure

• Passionate about customers and the company

• Excellent attention to detail 

• Able to multi-task and think on their feet