Material Replenishment Planner

Job Description

RCL FOODS is searching for a Material Replenishment Planner to join its Groceries Division in Randfontein, Gauteng. This role is responsible for ensuring the timely availability of raw materials, components, and packaging to meet production schedules and customer demand. The planner will manage inventory levels, monitor supplier performance, and work to balance cost efficiency with service excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, or related field.
• 2–5 years’ experience in material planning, supply planning, or inventory management (manufacturing/FMCG/industrial preferred).
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (Syspro/FlowCentric).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented and highly organised.
• Strong numerical and analytical capability.
• Proactive in identifying and resolving supply issues.
• Collaborative team player with stakeholder management skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and manage material replenishment requirements to support production and demand forecasts.
• Monitor inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability while avoiding excess or obsolescence.
• Create and maintain material replenishment plans using ERP/MRP systems.
• Collaborate with suppliers to confirm delivery schedules, resolve shortages, and address supply disruptions.
• Work closely with sourcing, production, and logistics teams to ensure smooth material flow.
• Track, analyse, and report key supply metrics such as stock-outs, lead times, and supplier reliability.
• Identify risks in the supply chain and develop mitigation strategies.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply planning and material availability processes.