Overview
Junior Supply Planner – 6 months Fixed Term Contract Jobs in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa at Clicks Group
Title: Junior Supply Planner – 6 months Fixed Term Contract
Company: Clicks Group
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Listing reference: click_019509
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 15 March 2025
Position Summary
Industry: Pharmaceutical Sector
Job category: Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain
Location: Cape Town
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
EE position: Yes
About Our Company
Clicks Group
Introduction
We are currently recruiting for a Junior Supply Planner on a 6 months Fixed Term Contract and the positions will be based in UPD Cape Town (Montague Gardens Distribution Centre). The positions will report to the Central Replenishment Manager.
Job Description
Job purpose:
To ensure the timely and efficient replenishment of pharmaceutical products to meet customer demand while minimising inventory costs and maximising service levels.
Key Performance Areas:
Inventory Management:
Utilise inventory management software and tools to monitor inventory levels and forecast demand for products.
Analyse sales data, historical trends, and market conditions to ensure accurate demand forecasts.
Determine optimal inventory levels and reorder points to prevent stockouts while minimising excess inventory.
Order Processing:
Generate purchase orders and replenishment requests based on demand forecasts and inventory policies.
Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products.
Monitor order status and track shipments to ensure on-time delivery and resolve any issues or delays.
Supplier Relationship Management:
Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to optimise service levels.
Collaborate with suppliers to address supply chain challenges and identify opportunities for improvement.
Performance Monitoring:
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as fill rate, inventory turnover, and stockout rate to assess replenishment performance.
Identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to optimise inventory management processes and enhance supply chain efficiency.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Work closely with buying, operations, and logistics teams to align replenishment plans with sales forecasts, promotional activities, and distribution requirements.
Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on inventory strategies and priorities.
Job Related Competencies:
Deciding and Initiating Action
Leading and Supervising
Working with People
Relating and Networking
Persuading and Influencing
Planning and Organising
Delivering Results & Meeting Customer Expectations
Achieving Personal Work Goals and Objectives
Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking
Analysing
Job related knowledge
Essential:
Knowledge of supply chain principles
Supplier relationship management
Stock management techninques
GP management
Wholesale and distribution knowledge
Desirable: Knowledge of the Just Enough buying system
Job related knowledge
Essential:
Knowledge of supply chain principles
Supplier relationship management
Stock management techninques
GP management
Wholesale and distribution knowledge
Desirable: Knowledge of the Just Enough buying system
Minimum Requirements
Job experience
Essential:
3 years’ experience with a proven track record of managing a portfolio of products in inventory management, demand planning, or replenishment in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry
3 Years of dealing with suppliers
2 – 3 years of pharmaceutical industry experience
Desirable:
Experience with Demand Planning or Supply Planning software preferred
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Math, Logistics, Supply Chain
