Junior Supply Planner - UPD

Job category: Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Permanent

EE position: Yes

Clicks Group

We are currently recruiting for a permanent Junior Supply Planner and will be based in UPD Cape Town (Montague Gardens Distribution Centre). The position will report to the Central Replenishment Manager.

To ensure the timely and efficient replenishment of pharmaceutical products to meet customer demand while minimising inventory costs and maximising service levels.

• 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.

• 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.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to optimise service levels.
• Collaborate with suppliers to address supply chain challenges and identify opportunities for improvement.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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

• Knowledge of supply chain principles
• Supplier relationship management
• Wholesale and distribution knowledge
• Desirable:
  Knowledge of the Just Enough buying system
• 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
• Experience with Demand Planning or Supply Planning software preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Math, Logistics, Supply Chain