Supply Chain Planner

We are recruiting for a leading FMCG organization to recruit a Supply Chain Planner to support the planning, procurement, and inventory management of a diverse product portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for a supply chain professional who enjoys balancing demand planning, supplier coordination, inventory optimization, and order execution within a fast-paced distribution environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring consistent product availability while minimizing inventory costs, reducing expiry risk, and driving operational efficiency across multiple suppliers and product categories.

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Responsibilities Demand Planning & Forecasting Develop and maintain demand forecasts and replenishment plans across a multi-SKU portfolio. Ensure optimal product availability while balancing inventory levels. Manage a portfolio of approximately 30-50 SKUs across multiple suppliers and business lines. Order & Shipment Management Create, monitor, and manage purchase orders from placement through delivery. Follow up on production readiness, order confirmations, and shipment schedules. Coordinate with freight forwarders and logistics partners to ensure timely deliveries. Monitor international shipments, proactively resolving delays and operational issues. Inventory Management Monitor inventory levels and stock health to support business requirements. Manage internal stock allocations across business units. Prepare regular inventory and performance reports. Drive the timely depletion of near-expiry inventory to minimize write-offs and provisions. Supplier Relationship Management Build and maintain strong working relationships with international suppliers. Share monthly shipment forecasts and coordinate regular supplier review meetings. Resolve supplier claims and operational issues promptly. Collaborate with suppliers to improve service levels, lead times, and overall supply chain performance. Performance will be measured through: Product availability and inventory optimization. On-time order and shipment execution. Inventory accuracy and expiry management. Cost savings and operational efficiencies. Supplier performance and relationship management. Continuous process improvement initiatives.

Requirements Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, or a related discipline. 5-8 years of experience in supply chain, demand planning, inventory management, procurement, or order management within FMCG, fast-moving distribution or Retail environments. Experience working with multiple suppliers, freight forwarders, and logistics providers. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and good working knowledge of ERP systems. Adaptable, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities simultaneously.