East London: Material Import Coordinator posted by Profile Personnel
Posted on 2025-07-26 00:00:00
| Employer | Profile Personnel |
|---|---|
| Category | Automotive Service |
| Location | Eastern Cape / East London |
Job Summary
Material Import Coordinator required for an automotive company based in East London
Responsible for ensuring the timely and efficient supply of import materials required for production by analysing demand forecasts, coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarding agents and manage inventory levels to prevent shortages or overstocking
Key Performance Areas
- Development and implementation of inventory management strategies to optimize import material availability and minimize transport costs.
- Analyse demand forecasts, production schedules, and inventory levels to maintain optimal stock levels and reduce excess inventory.
- Utilize SAP ERP system to track materials, generate reports, and assist in data analysis for decision-making.
- Support the development of inventory replenishment strategies and inventory optimization
- Participate in supplier relationship management to ensure quality and timely delivery of materials
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing supply chain efficiencies
- Monitor supplier delivery performance and ensure timely consolidation at freight forwarder for collected materials while ensuring container utilization is maintained to reduce freight costs and on time delivery
- Adhering to inventory budget and KPI’s
Knowledge and Skills required
- Strong understanding of demand forecasting and import materials requirements planning
- Understanding of manufacturing processes and lean manufacturing
- Quality systems in the automotive industry
- General Logistics / Transport knowledge
- Knowledge of supply chain optimization techniques and methodologies
- Communication and interpersonal relationship
- Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues
- Experience with ERP systems, such as SAP and MS Excel
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment while maintaining positive relationships.
- Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and efficiency
- Planning, organising & control
- Adaptable and resilient, thriving in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
- Understanding of customs and excise act
- Strong knowledge and understanding of cycle counting
Minimum Requirements
- Diploma/Degree in Supply Chain Management
- Minimum of 3 years in import material planning within an automotive industry
- Minimum of 1 year purchasing experience
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