Johannesburg: Demand Planning and Optimisation Manager

Duties & Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and optimise operational plans, schedules, and workflows. Analyse operational data to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities. Produce accurate resource forecasts and demand planning models. Support operational teams with short-, medium-, and long-term planning strategies. Monitor adherence to plans and adjust schedules based on operational requirements. Prepare periodic reports, dashboards, KPIs, and performance insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment across departments. Implement optimisation tools, best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives. Maintain planning systems, databases, and relevant documentation. Identify risks affecting operational delivery and propose mitigation measures. Participate in audits, compliance activities, and internal process evaluations. Qualifications National Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations Management, Business Analytics, or a related field. Additional certificates in Planning, Project Management, or Data Analytics (advantageous).