Roles & Responsibilities
Support with material requirement planning based on consolidated production forecasts for GZI plants in Nigeria.
Coordinate with procurement, import & export, fleet, and production schedulers to ensure timely delivery and allocation of materials.
Monitor inventory levels, lead times, and safety stock across all locations to prevent shortages or overstocking.
Analyze consumption patterns and supplier performance to optimize material planning strategies.
Monitor material usage variances for weekly review.
Coordinate with procurement to manage delivery schedules and material availability.
Use ERP and planning tools (e.g., SAP, Microsoft Excel) to maintain accurate planning data and generate reports.
Participate in S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) meetings and provide insights into material readiness and risks.
Control/Loss Prevention and Obsolete Management
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in inventory management and supplier collaboration.
Coordinate effectively with procurement, production, fleet, and warehouse teams. Facilitate clear communication between departments to ensure alignment on material needs and timelines.
Implement and maintain the requirements of Quality, Food Safety, Environment, Health and Safety Management Systems.
Required Education/ Qualification
Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree or HND in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Management, Procurement or a related discipline.
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
Experience using ERP/MRP systems (SAP) for material planning and inventory management is required.