Inventory Planner - Cape Town Verfied

R TBC per month Cape Town, Western Cape Cape Town, Western Cape more than 14 days ago 21-09-2021 7:59:51 AM
16-11-2021 7:59:51 AM
Our client, in the retail industry, requires the service of an Inventory Planner to manage the Supply Chain by optimizing inventory mix in the DC through effective management of key supplier accounts and product ranges. The Inventory Planner will also facilitate all products through the supply chain until on the shelf.


Key performance areas:

System coordination of supplier accounts optimize most profitable ordering patterns/frequency
Item parameter setting and data analysis to enable optimal forecasting results
Product lifecycle management
Place supplier purchase orders to ensure achieval of inventory and service
Maintain service level deliverables
Promotional planning and replenishment
Forecasting exception management
Project Management
Data analysis and reporting


The successful candidate must have:

Matric with a degree in Supply Chain or relevant qualification
Minimum 2 years’ experience in supply chain
Excellent product knowledge
Excellent Computer Literacy (MS Office - Especially Excel - Pivot Tables)
SAP Knowledge will be advantageous
Must have excellent communication skills (written & verbal)