DRP Analyst (FTC)
Tiger Brands
§Distribution Load Planning: Plan the movement of stock from the primary warehouse to the secondary warehouses based on the forecast and agreed planning parameters(min/max days cover, lead times, payloads, etc). Planning and Optimising mixed loads with other categories to ensure truck optimization where necessary. Communicate load plans with Transnova planners. §Depot Inventory Management - Responsible for stock availability at depots. Engages in daily activities, monitoring orders versus stock on hand, GIT and service level. Fair share where supply is limited. Analyse service losses - ensuring that any future losses are mitigated timely. Stock repositioning across network ensuring low risk of stock ageing and service level losses at other depots due to incorrect mix. Communication during the run out of discontinued items with sales and supply planning team ensuring minimal write-off. §Aged Stock – Stock age analysis; repositioning stock within network or communicating with the Customer Marketing team ensuring prevention of stock write-offs §Master Data Management - Set up and maintain parameters in DRP planning systems (Proteus/Oracle/Barnton) §The analyst will also provide support to DRP Manager by providing inputs related to daily / weekly or monthly reporting metrics and conducting other type analytics required to create necessary reports.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience
§Function – 5 years experience Supply Chain Planning §Industry – FMCG experience preferred §System – Experience on ERP tools required. Barnton & Proteus experience advantageous §Excel – Advanced skills preferred §Qualifications – Supply Chain Degree/Diploma, CPIM would be advantageous WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE: Key Attributes and CompetenciesKey Professional Competencies
§Core knowledge – Distribution Planning, Customer Service, Order handling, Stock ManagementKey foundational competencies
§Academic – Analytical, Operations management, Commercial acumen, Risk management, Problem solving, Decision making §Leadership – Leading with Integrity and respect, Developing myself & others, Managing change, Driving long-term results, Taking the Tiger perspective, Staying a Step-Ahead §Personal Effectiveness – Effective communication, Interpersonal skills, Integrity, Continuous learning
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