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MRP Zone Specialist at The South African Breweries (SAB)
The South African Breweries (SAB)
October 3, 2026
Full-time
On-site
End Date: October 9, 2026
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
Develop/Implement/Manage the (MRP) strategy for the AFR Zone to optimize the planning and procurement of raw materials
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, production, finance, and inventory management, to monitor and evaluate inventory performance to ensure compliance
with zone and global targets (Including and not limited to DIO, CWC & Materials OOR, Raw Materials SCOH)
Manage inventory valuation on the balance sheet and implement strategies to optimize inventory holding costs (CWC)
Utilize MRP systems and software to track and analyse inventory data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders to resolve any issues related to material availability, quality, or delivery
Collaborate with Procurement to stay updated with industry trends, market conditions, and regulatory requirements to proactively identify potential risks or opportunities.
Prepare regular reports and presentations to communicate key performance metrics, supply chain insights, and improvement recommendations to management and senior leadership
Ensure Inventory Policy is routinely reviewed and is up to date in accordance with Zone and/or Global Requirements
Support Zone LCP as a Zone Pillar Owner (Including and Not Limited to MRP and Inventory Policy)
Manage and support the implementation and use of Zone reporting tools for Materials Management
Key Attributes and Competencies:
Effective numeracy and analytical skills & problem-solving skills at operational, tactical and strategic levels
Ability to manage complexity and ambiguity
Good communicator across all levels within and external to the organization
Strong negotiation skills and ability to build rapport and influence across all levels in the organization
Excellent self-management practices with a pro-active, energetic and committed approach
Excellent presentation and report drafting skills
Excellent analytical understanding and strong excel capabilities advantageous
Ability to manage multiple streams of information optimally with attention to detail
An orientation towards the quantitative disciplines of mathematics, statistics and economics would be advantageous
Minimum Requirements:
3-Year Bachelor level degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or a related field.
1-2 years planning experience advantageous
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
Develop/Implement/Manage the (MRP) strategy for the AFR Zone to optimize the planning and procurement of raw materials
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, production, finance, and inventory management, to monitor and evaluate inventory performance to ensure compliance
with zone and global targets (Including and not limited to DIO, CWC & Materials OOR, Raw Materials SCOH)
Manage inventory valuation on the balance sheet and implement strategies to optimize inventory holding costs (CWC)
Utilize MRP systems and software to track and analyse inventory data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders to resolve any issues related to material availability, quality, or delivery
Collaborate with Procurement to stay updated with industry trends, market conditions, and regulatory requirements to proactively identify potential risks or opportunities.
Prepare regular reports and presentations to communicate key performance metrics, supply chain insights, and improvement recommendations to management and senior leadership
Ensure Inventory Policy is routinely reviewed and is up to date in accordance with Zone and/or Global Requirements
Support Zone LCP as a Zone Pillar Owner (Including and Not Limited to MRP and Inventory Policy)
Manage and support the implementation and use of Zone reporting tools for Materials Management
Key Attributes and Competencies:
Effective numeracy and analytical skills & problem-solving skills at operational, tactical and strategic levels
Ability to manage complexity and ambiguity
Good communicator across all levels within and external to the organization
Strong negotiation skills and ability to build rapport and influence across all levels in the organization
Excellent self-management practices with a pro-active, energetic and committed approach
Excellent presentation and report drafting skills
Excellent analytical understanding and strong excel capabilities advantageous
Ability to manage multiple streams of information optimally with attention to detail
An orientation towards the quantitative disciplines of mathematics, statistics and economics would be advantageous
Minimum Requirements:
3-Year Bachelor level degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or a related field.
1-2 years planning experience advantageous