Job Description
About the Role
People Dimension is seeking an experienced Demand Planner to join our team in Pretoria. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing accurate sales forecasts, managing product stock levels, and analyzing production trends to drive business growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Sales Forecasting & Demand Planning:
- Provide accurate, timely, and optimal sales forecasts in conjunction with the sales team.
- Conduct planning to ensure alignment between sales and production.
- Final Product Stock Management:
- Engage with clients to manage shortfalls in categories/SKUs and recover lost sales.
- Manage stock optimizations, addressing issues like near-dated stock in collaboration with the sales teams.
- Ensure accurate inventory estimations for stock levels, minimum order quantities, and promotions.
- Forecasting & Reporting:
- Conduct monthly pre-validation meetings with managers to validate forecasts for categories and SKUs.
- Capture relevant data in systems to ensure availability of real-time information.
- Present historical vs. actual analysis in line with the annual budget and promotional plans.
- Facilitate weekly meetings between sales and production.
- Data Analysis & Reporting:
- Analyze production trends, sales, and stock performance, providing actionable insights to improve performance.
- Collaboration & Communication:
- Communicate effectively with production team, sales team, and customer service team.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve demand issues and align on key priorities.
Requirements
- A minimum of Matric
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Logistics, Sales, Supply Chain, or a similar field
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field (preferred)
Salary & Benefits
Not specified
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About FMCG Wholesale Jobs in Gauteng
The FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) wholesale sector in Gauteng, South Africa is a dynamic industry with a growing demand for skilled professionals. Typically, job seekers in this field can expect to find opportunities in various sectors, including the retail and manufacturing industries.
Generally, salaries for FMCG wholesale positions in Gauteng tend to be within a broad range of R200 000 to R400 000 per annum, although these figures may vary significantly depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. For instance, senior management roles or those in larger companies may command higher salaries, while entry-level positions or smaller organisations may offer more modest compensation packages.
Common skills for FMCG wholesale professionals typically include strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication and negotiation skills, a good understanding of the retail and manufacturing industries, as well as experience with inventory management, logistics, and supply chain operations. Other essential skills often include technical knowledge of FMCG products, marketing and sales expertise, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
The FMCG wholesale sector is often employed by companies operating in various industry sectors, such as food processing, beverage production, personal care, and household goods manufacturing. In Gauteng specifically, these industries tend to be concentrated in the Johannesburg and Pretoria areas.
For those interested in pursuing a career in FMCG wholesale, there are several common career progression paths available. Typically, entry-level positions serve as a starting point for candidates who wish to gain experience and develop their skills before moving into more senior roles. Advancement opportunities often exist within larger companies or through the acquisition of new skills and certifications. Additionally, many organisations offer training and development programs aimed at nurturing talent from within and supporting career growth.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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