MRP Tactical Lead at The South African Breweries (SAB)

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Publish monthly plans produced by the NoCC team and escalate risks to BU Planning manager & SNP manager
• Produce a monthly 12–18 month forecast aligned to S&OP and CONA publish
• Ensure RACI is followed between procurement, MRP and quality departments
• Ensure SLA’s adhered to by suppliers, working closely with procurement on long term solutions for supply security
• Ensure the effective usage of Barnton/ 09 planning systems
• Control/Loss Prevention and Obsolete Management
• Risk identification and mitigation on long term risks
• KPI tracking – Inventory Out of Range, CWC, DIO
• LCP Material and Management Pillar
• Problem solving + action plans on detracting KPIs
• Preparation S&OP deck with Key call outs on material availability for the rolling 12 months

Key Competencies and Attributes:

• Demonstrate problem solving skills with an ability to manage complexity and ambiguity
• Must be able to work under continuous pressure for extended periods
• Clear and strong communication skills
• High levels of integrity and honesty
• Innovative thinker
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Demonstrate initiative and drive
• Critical decision-making ability 

Minimum Requirements:

• Relevant Bachelors degree in Planning, Supply Chain Management or Logistics
• 3 – 5 years operational or planning experience in FMCG
• Deep Knowledge of NoCC Logistics and Planning processes, specifically inventory management
• Understanding of ABInBev Logistics and Planning principles
• Improvement through root cause and trends analysis using Belt methodology