Supply Chain Analyst 12 Month Ftc

Sandton, GP, ZA, South Africa

Job Description

The Focus Group Sandton, South Africa 18 August 2025 Mid / Senior 50000 - 60000 Full Time Cost to Company 5 years - 8 years Skills Supply Chain Logistics Analytical Supply Chain Planning SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) Inventory Management Demand Planning Oracle SAP Data Modeling Industries Medical Medical Devices Healthcare

Role details

Contract Duration:

12 Months (Fixed-Term)

Reporting Line:

Supply Chain Manager, South Africa

Location:

South Africa

Start Date:

As soon as possible

Work Environment:

Hybrid (Office and Remote)



Role Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Supply Chain Analyst to support our South Africa operations. This role will primarily focus on strengthening two core areas of the supply chain: inventory management and demand planning. The ideal candidate will be highly analytical, systems-savvy, and eager to drive improvements in planning accuracy, inventory control, and stock flow visibility across the supply chain.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, highly analytical, and comfortable working in cross-functional environments. They should have strong technical skills in forecasting, inventory control, and ERP systems, with a passion for continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

5-8 years' experience in demand planning, inventory control, or supply chain analysis.

Familiarity with SAP and demand planning tools (e.g., SAP IBP).

Excellent Excel skills (including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, and data modeling).

Strong communication, presentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Prior experience with forecasting, stock optimization, and planning cycle management.

Key Responsibilities



Inventory Management

Monitor and control inventory levels across multiple warehouse locations.

Conduct regular inventory analysis to identify excess, slow-moving, or obsolete stock.

Collaborate with warehouse teams to ensure accurate stock counts and proper stock rotation.

Drive inventory optimization initiatives and improve visibility through reporting and KPIs.

Support the development and rollout of cycle count procedures, stock take coordination, and reconciliation processes.

Work closely with master data and finance teams to ensure accurate valuation and categorization of inventory.

Demand Planning

Lead the monthly demand planning cycle using system tools (e.g., SAP IBP).

Consolidate input from sales, marketing, and finance to generate a consensus forecast.

Track and improve forecast accuracy by analyzing deviations and root causes.

Coordinate with supply and global planning teams to ensure timely replenishment aligned with stock strategies (e.g., 12-week supply).

Manage data flows and assumptions within the IBP tool, including forecast uploads and adjustments.

Collaborate with regional and global teams to support lifecycle planning, new product introductions, and rationalization decisions. Company Description

Our Client is a long standing International Medical Technology company, with Head quarters in Europe and long standing presence serving its B2B clients in South Africa as well as into Southern and Sub-Saharan Africa.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1491852
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Sandton, GP, ZA, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned