Material Replenishment Planner

Reference Number: RCL250822-1
Company: RCL Foods – Groceries Division
Job Type: Permanent
Function: Supply Chain
Location: Randfontein, Gauteng, South Africa
Closing Date: 1 September 2025
Reports To: MRP Supervisor/Lead

Job Purpose

To ensure the timely availability of raw materials, packaging, and components to support production plans and meet customer demand. This role focuses on managing inventory, engaging suppliers, and balancing cost and service efficiency in a manufacturing/FMCG environment.

Minimum Requirements

Qualification:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field
Experience:
- 2–5 years in material planning, inventory management, or supply planning (preferably in manufacturing/FMCG/industrial sectors)
Systems & Skills:
- ERP/MRP experience (Syspro or FlowCentric preferred)
- Strong analytical and numerical skills
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to multitask in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment

Key Competencies

Detail-oriented and highly organised
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Collaborative, team-oriented mindset
Ability to identify and mitigate supply risks proactively
Continuous improvement and process optimisation focus
Effective stakeholder management

Key Responsibilities

Plan and manage material replenishment aligned with production and demand forecasts
Monitor inventory to prevent overstocking, understocking, or obsolescence
Use ERP/MRP systems to create and update replenishment schedules
Collaborate with suppliers to confirm deliveries and resolve shortages or disruptions
Coordinate with sourcing, production, and logistics teams to maintain smooth material flow
Analyse supply metrics (e.g., stock-outs, lead times, supplier performance)
Identify and manage risks across the supply chain
Support and contribute to supply chain efficiency and improvement initiatives

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Material Replenishment Planner