Junior Supply Planner

2 days ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Clicks Group Limited Full time
Junior Supply Planner - 6 months Fixed Term Contract

Listing reference: click_019319

Listing status: Under Review

Apply by: 18 February 2025

Position summary

Industry: FMCG & Supply Management

Job category: Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

EE position: Yes

About our company

Clicks Group

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for x3 Junior Supply Planner on a 6 months Fixed Term Contract and the positions will be based in UPD Cape Town (Montague Gardens Distribution Centre). The positions will report to the Central Replenishment Manager.

Job purpose:

To ensure the timely and efficient replenishment of pharmaceutical products to meet customer demand while minimising inventory costs and maximising service levels.

Key Performance Areas:

  1. Inventory Management:
  • Utilise inventory management software and tools to monitor inventory levels and forecast demand for products.
  • Analyse sales data, historical trends, and market conditions to ensure accurate demand forecasts.
  • Determine optimal inventory levels and reorder points to prevent stockouts while minimising excess inventory.
Order Processing:
  • Generate purchase orders and replenishment requests based on demand forecasts and inventory policies.
  • Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products.
  • Monitor order status and track shipments to ensure on-time delivery and resolve any issues or delays.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to optimise service levels.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to address supply chain challenges and identify opportunities for improvement.
Performance Monitoring:
  • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as fill rate, inventory turnover, and stockout rate to assess replenishment performance.
  • Identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to optimise inventory management processes and enhance supply chain efficiency.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Work closely with buying, operations, and logistics teams to align replenishment plans with sales forecasts, promotional activities, and distribution requirements.
  • Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on inventory strategies and priorities.

Job related competencies:

  • Deciding and Initiating Action
  • Leading and Supervising
  • Working with People
  • Relating and Networking
  • Persuading and Influencing
  • Planning and Organising
  • Delivering Results & Meeting Customer Expectations
  • Achieving Personal Work Goals and Objectives
  • Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking

Job related knowledge

  • Knowledge of supply chain principles
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Wholesale and distribution knowledge
  • Desirable: Knowledge of the Just Enough buying system
  • 3 years' experience with a proven track record of managing a portfolio of products in inventory management, demand planning, or replenishment in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry
  • 3 Years of dealing with suppliers
  • 2 - 3 years of pharmaceutical industry experience
  • Experience with Demand Planning or Supply Planning software preferred

Education

● Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Math, Logistics, Supply Chain

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