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Demand Planner Jobs in Germiston, Gauteng at KOMATSU SOUTHERN AFRICA
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Job Title: Specialist: Materials Requirement Planning
Company: Komatsu South Africa
Business Unit: South Africa
Division: Head Office
Reference Number: 6547
Grading: C4
EE Position
Introduction:
Komatsu South Africa is seeking an experienced Specialist: Remanufacturing Materials Requirements/Demand Planning to join our Reman department. The preferred candidate should have at least a Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain & Logistics/Production Planning with 5 to 6 years of work experience.
Qualifications:
Grade 12, N3 Technical, NQF level4.
Degree or 3-year Diploma in Supply Chain & Logistics/Production planning.
A Technical qualification or background will be advantageous.
Years of experience:
5 to 6 years’ experience.
Supply chain experience in Production Planning in a manufacturing environment is essential.
A sound understanding of production planning & manufacturing philosophies (Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or equivalents).
Generic knowledge requirements:
Microsoft Office: MS Excel, MS Access, and MS Word – Advanced
Core Tracker database – Advanced
MRP system – Advanced
ISO 9001/2008
Job responsibilities:
Executes and updates a targeted/specific plan for remanufactured components and cores, namely: WSP, WES, WSH and WSE
Developing and maintaining Customer component forecast database.
Forecasting of RM/PEX component usage.
Liaising with Branch- and Depot Managers to ensure Customer forecast accuracy.
Ensure that components are available either fully rebuilt (RM/PEX) or as new parts.
Plan and execute core returns to Global RM factories.
Ensure that emergency stock levels are maintained
Forward planning of all repairable components
Generating OEM material schedules to meet demand within the requirements
Facilitating planning meetings.
Communicating deviations from plan timeously, up-front where possible and suggesting corrective action.
Maintaining close contact with Production Work Order Planners and WIP expeditors by advising them on materials delivery status.
Liaising with global suppliers with regards to the sourcing of components.
Monitors systems data integrity and inventory levels & accuracy by Checking Bills of Materials integrity and inventory accuracy.
Gathers and reports on MRP metrics and statistics.
In accordance with the Employment Equity Act (EEA) of 1998, Komatsu is committed to the principles of employment equity and fair labor practices. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, irrespective of race, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any other ground prohibited by law. We may consider designated groupsas per the EEA in our selection process to ensure a diverse and representative workforce, but all applications will be assessed based on qualifications and merit.
Candidates will be expected to pass a relevant medical examination, and agree to verification checks
Only online applications will be considered
It is the responsibility of the employee to inform their line manager about their application for another position
Komatsu South Africa (Pty) Ltd complies with the protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013. By submitting your application, you give us your express and informed consent to process your personal information for recruitment purposes.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: In person
Title: Demand Planner
Company: KOMATSU SOUTHERN AFRICA
Location: Germiston, Gauteng
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