Job Description

Sappi Southern Africa

Stanger Mill

MRP Controller (HRL 15)

We are hiring!

At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.

We're on the lookout for an MRP Controller to control the availability, supply, warehousing, and administration of all raw material and MRO stock and ensures that the correct materials are delivered at the correct time and in the correct quantity.

As an MRP Controller you will be responsible for:

• Running MRP on SAP on a daily basis in single or batch run and action accordingly to ensure availability of engineering spares
• Recording and processing all planned orders, items returned and all abnormal demands on a daily basis
• Analysing all printed planned orders and query planned orders for high value items on a daily basis.
• Compiling Stock Optimisation Report for end user review and feedback, adjust MRP levels accordingly
• Compiling a weekly report of stock movement for MRO and Machine Clothing items.
• Maintaining the Rotable/Repairable stock as per the rotable process to ensure that availability
• Recording all items being returned to stores with the possibility of cancelling outstanding orders or purchase requisitions on a daily basis.
• Ensuring that stores stock is counted daily to achieve one count annually using the Cycle Count System and Procedures on SAP
• Investigating all discrepancies with the Stores Supervisor and end-users, and apply corrective action if necessary on an on-going basis
• Completing Root Cause Analysis report of any deviations as per ISO procedures and liaise with Inventory Controller and end-users on a monthly basis
• Generating consignment stock usage reports for the vendors as and when required on SAP
• Assisting with By-Product/ Sundry sales

What are we looking for?

• National Diploma or Certificate in Procurement/ Materials Management/related field
• 2 years relevant experience in a stores or materials management environment
• SAP MM experience
• Experience in the technical and/or manufacturing environment is advantageous
• The ability to work under pressure while following all procedures and standards

What's in it for you?

• Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence
• Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi
• Opportunities to travel (dependent on the role)
• Market-leading leave benefits
• Employee wellbeing benefits

Closing Date: 21 August 2023

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Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. At Sappi, we encourage and support vaccination.

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