Job Description
About the Role
A leading food and beverage manufacturing company in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Raw Materials Planner to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the entire supply chain, ensuring efficient material flow, and driving cost reduction strategies.
Key Responsibilities
- Overseeing Supply Planning, Raw Material Planning, Production Scheduling, Sourcing, Order Management, International shipments and Customs.
- Negotiation of annual purchase contracts and management of supplier relationships.
- Call-offs involved in such contracts, import and export shipments, licensing renewals (Customs) and HS Classification (commodity codes) to determine the relevant duties payable.
- Managing and reducing inventory levels locally, whilst delivering the highest service levels without any negative customer impact.
- Working closely with sales team and their forecasts and local production team.
- Continuously reviewing and improving relevant system parameters, such as safety stocks, re-order points & lot sizes across multiple production sites.
- Keeping MRP master data correct and up to date.
- Involvement with planning systems (e.g. SAP S/4 HANA ePPDS) and the rolling out of ePPDS at the company’s new site.
- Continuous improvement of all relevant planning processes.
- Monitoring and evaluating operating rhythms & production plans to anticipate potential shortages or excesses.
- Implementing best-in-class strategies to reduce costs and constant improvement of processes in the global Supply Chain.
- Integrating and executing best supply chain practices to improve external and internal material flow.
- Continuously learning and benchmarking with the industry to develop and implement highest Supply Chain standards at the company.
Requirements
- Relevant Tertiary qualification
- At least 5 years experience in a similar role
- Raw Materials Essential in a B2B environment (FMCG)
- SAP knowledge is a MUST
Qualifications
No formal education or certifications mentioned.
How to Apply
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About Other Clearing and Forwarding Jobs in Western Cape
The field of other clearing and forwarding positions is an essential part of the global trade industry, playing a crucial role in facilitating the movement of goods across international borders. In Western Cape, South Africa, this sector typically experiences steady growth due to its strategic location as a major hub for imports and exports.
Generally, salaries for other clearing and forwarding professionals in Western Cape can vary widely depending on factors such as level of experience, company size, and industry sector. While it’s difficult to pinpoint exact salary ranges without knowing the specific circumstances of each role, broad estimates typically range from R400 000 to R800 000 per annum, with some senior positions potentially exceeding this amount. However, salaries can fluctuate significantly depending on individual qualifications, performance, and the specific requirements of the role.
Common skills required for other clearing and forwarding roles include language proficiency (particularly English and Afrikaans), knowledge of international trade regulations, experience with customs clearance procedures, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and basic computer literacy. Other desirable skills might include familiarity with transportation management systems, knowledge of logistics software, or experience working in supply chain management.
The financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and ports and transport companies are some of the common industries that employ other clearing and forwarding professionals in Western Cape. These roles often involve coordinating shipments, communicating with clients and carriers, processing customs documents, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
Career development opportunities for those in other clearing and forwarding roles typically involve specializing in a particular area, such as logistics or supply chain management. Promotions to senior positions may also be possible through experience and further education. As the global trade industry continues to evolve, professionals in this field can expect ongoing challenges and opportunities for growth and professional development.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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