Johannesburg: Supply Planner posted by Zeebra Junction Specialist Recruitment

About the Role

Zeebra Junction Specialist Recruitment is seeking an experienced Supply Planner to join its dynamic team in Midrand, Johannesburg, Gauteng. The company prides itself on innovation, quality, and customer-centric service, offering cutting-edge beverage products and support to clients across South Africa and beyond. As a pivotal role in ensuring seamless supply chain performance for a rapidly growing brand, this position requires strong analytical skills and cross-functional collaboration with sales, operations, procurement, and distribution teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, and update demand forecasts to ensure optimal stock availability across product ranges.
• Analyse historical sales data, market trends, and customer insights to anticipate demand fluctuations.
• Translate demand forecasts into accurate purchase plans aligned with stock strategies.
• Manage and deploy inventory across multiple warehouses and customer locations.
• Track stock movement, monitor shelf life, and ensure timely replenishments to avoid stock-outs or overstocking.
• Provide daily and monthly reporting on inventory levels, forecast accuracy, and supply performance.
• Measure, evaluate, and improve supplier performance to enhance supply chain reliability.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers, logistics providers, and key internal stakeholders.
• Communicate supply plan updates, challenges, and corrective actions effectively to all relevant parties.
• Continuously review supply planning processes to drive efficiency, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness.
• Identify risks within the supply chain and implement mitigation strategies.
• Champion best practices in demand forecasting, inventory deployment, and reporting accuracy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field.
• Minimum of 810 years experience in FMCG supply chain, demand planning, or logistics management.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable insights.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Proven ability to generate and present detailed inventory and supply reports to senior leadership.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and presentation skills.

Qualifications

No formal education or certifications mentioned.

Salary & Benefits

Salary information not provided in the original job description.