Strategic Inventory Management Specialist

1 week ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa The South African Breweries Full time
Job Title: Strategic Inventory Management Specialist

Salary Range: R750,000 - R1,200,000 per annum

Company Overview:

The South African Breweries is a leading brewing and beverage company in the region.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced MRP Tactical Lead to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing inventory levels, ensuring timely delivery of materials, and mitigating risks associated with supply chain disruptions.

In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement and implement process changes that drive efficiency and cost savings. You will also develop and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure seamless delivery of goods and services.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Publishing monthly plans produced by the NoCC team and escalating risks to BU Planning manager & SNP manager
  • Producing a monthly 12–18 month forecast aligned to S&OP and CONA publish
  • Ensuring RACI is followed between procurement, MRP and quality departments
  • Ensuring SLA's adhered to by suppliers, working closely with procurement on long term solutions for supply security
  • Ensuring the effective usage of Barnton/ 09 planning systems
  • Control/Loss Prevention and Obsolete Management
  • Risk identification and mitigation on long term risks
  • KPI tracking – Inventory Out of Range, CWC, DIO
  • LCP Material and Management Pillar
  • Problem solving + action plans on detracting KPIs
  • Preparation S&OP deck with Key call outs on material availability for the rolling 12 months
Key Competencies and Attributes:

To succeed in this role, you must possess the following skills and attributes:

  • Demonstrate problem solving skills with an ability to manage complexity and ambiguity
  • Must be able to work under continuous pressure for extended periods
  • Clear and strong communication skills
  • High levels of integrity and honesty
  • Innovative thinker
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Demonstrate initiative and drive
  • Critical decision-making ability
Minimum Requirements:

The ideal candidate will have:

  • A relevant Bachelors degree in Planning, Supply Chain Management or Logistics
  • 3 – 5 years operational or planning experience in FMCG
  • Deep Knowledge of NoCC Logistics and Planning processes, specifically inventory management
  • Understanding of ABInBev Logistics and Planning principles
  • Improvement through root cause and trends analysis using Belt methodology


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