Durban: JUNIOR Demand Planner posted by Talent Scout Recruitment

The Demand Planner is responsible for developing accurate demand forecasts to support production planning, inventory management, and supply chain operations. This role acts as a bridge between sales, quality assurance dept and production teams to ensure we meet customer delivery efficiently

Requirements:

Education

Supply Chain Qualification

Matric with Maths

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical

Excel knowledge

Attention to detail and problem-solving mindset

Understanding of manufacturing operations and supply chain dynamics

Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities

Experience

1-2 years experience in similar role

Sync experience advantageous

Work Conditions

Fast-paced environment with tight production timelines.

Office-based with regular interaction with operations team

Key Responsibilities:

Full responsibility of managing finished goods stock levels in line with company policies to achieve a 100% on time and in full delivery record.

Managing inventory to strike a balance between meeting customer demand and avoiding exces inventory

Ensuring all excess/obsolete stock is depleted timeously.

Production Coordination: Collaborating with the production and manufacturing teams to ensure that finished goods are produced in line with customer delivery within the required lead times.

Vendor Management: Working with suppliers and vendors to ensure on-time deliveries and to resolve any supply chain issues that may impact finished goods availability.

Reporting and Analysis: Generating reports on inventory levels, stock turnover, customer demand

System integrity: Ensuring the administrative process flow is managed correctly via the system and via relevant schedules

Completing tasks that support the senior MRP planner to maintain customer service levels and company objectives

KPA’s:

• Inventory Management
• Accuracy & Data Integrity
• Production Support
• Reports submission accurately and timeously
• Follow ups with supplier on packaging
• Follow up an communication with production planners

Competencies:

• Attention to Detail
• Communication & Collaboration
• Problem-Solving
• Time Management
• Adaptability
• Continuous Improvement Mindset