Job Description

Pump and Abrasion Technologies (PABT) is a global leader in the design, manufacturing, and assembly of heavy-duty slurry pumps. Our culture is deeply rooted in an entrepreneurial spirit and a "do whatever it takes" mindset.The Demand Planner will play a pivotal role in managing and optimizing overall final product inventory processes, and ensuring effective sales forecasting.Key Functions of Role, BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• To perform duties in sourcing, negotiating and finalizing all orders relating to the purchase of direct and indirect materials for the company.
• Manages a continuous improvement program regarding external suppliers and benchmarks total cost and performance.

Conduct regular price comparisons between various retail chains ensuring consistent competitiveness.

• Negotiate with vendors and suppliers of agreed materials for cost reductions and delivery schedules utilising initiatives such as consignment stock agreements.
• Regular procurement from local as well as from international suppliers to ensure consistent supply and availability.
• Daily price negotiations with suppliers.
• Relationship building with internal and external customers throughout the value chain.
• Daily stock level management, forecasting and demand planning.
• With collaboration of technical team ensure that suppliers deliver desired quality.
• Resolve all relevant internal and external queries.

Key Functions of Role, BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• To perform duties in sourcing, negotiating and finalizing all orders relating to the purchase of direct and indirect materials for the company.
• Manages a continuous improvement program regarding external suppliers and benchmarks total cost and performance.
• Conduct regular price comparisons between various retail chains ensuring consistent competitiveness.
• Negotiate with vendors and suppliers of agreed materials for cost reductions and delivery schedules utilising initiatives such as consignment stock agreements.
• Regular procurement from local as well as from international suppliers to ensure consistent supply and availability.
• Daily price negotiations with suppliers.
• Relationship building with internal and external customers throughout the value chain.
• Daily stock level management, forecasting and demand planning.
• With collaboration of technical team ensure that suppliers deliver desired quality.
• Resolve all relevant internal and external queries.

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