Durban North: Raw Materials Planner posted by Network Finance

• Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• Experience:
  • Minimum 8–10 years’ experience in raw materials, procurement, or supply chain management
  • Proven experience within chemical manufacturing or a heavy industrial environment
  • Exposure to high-volume raw material imports and inventory control
• Industry Preference:
  • Chemical Manufacturing (essential)

Key Responsibilities (Non-Negotiable Duties):

• Manage the import process of raw materials end-to-end
• Oversee shipping lines and agent coordination
• Handle high-volume raw material management and planning
• Ensure strong SAP utilisation for procurement, inventory, and reporting
• Maintain accurate product and material data within ERP systems
• Monitor and control large-scale imported material volumes (±500+ materials)
• Drive supplier relationship management and performance tracking
• Support production through efficient raw material availability
• Implement cost control and procurement efficiency strategies
• Ensure compliance with supply chain policies and operational standards

Technical & Computer Literacy:

• SAP (Super user level – essential)
• Advanced Excel (essential)
• Power BI / Microsoft BI (advantageous)
• Strong ERP and data analysis capability

Key Challenges of the Role:

• Management and control of large-scale imported raw materials
• Handling complex procurement and supply planning in a high-volume environment
• Coordinating multiple stakeholders across supply chain and production

Required Personality Traits:

• Strong analytical and numerical ability
• Detail-oriented with high attention to accuracy
• Natural leader with strong organisational skills
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Stable, structured, and outcome-driven
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving capability

Company Culture:

• Structured and performance-driven environment
• Technical, innovation-focused culture
• Independent and self-managed role with high accountability

Remuneration & Benefits:

• Total Package: R 900 000 – R 1 300 000 per annum
• Pension / provident fund
• Medical aid (compulsory)
• Performance bonus
• 15 days annual leave
• Cell phone allowance

Additional Information:

• Reason for Vacancy: Replacement (previous employee left)
• Management Experience Required: 1–2 years
• Preferred Candidate Profile:
  • From Cement, Fine Chemicals, FMCG, or Pharmaceutical industries
  • Strong exposure to raw materials and manufacturing supply chains