Stock Replenisher (Supply Line experience required) at Shoprite Group of Companies

Job Description    

• The main purpose of a Stock Replenisher (Foods) is to manage the inbound Supply Chain by optimizing inventiry mix in the DC through effective management of key supplier accounts and product ranges. The main key receivers are the divisional office, distribution centre and suppliers.
• This is a Junior Management position and not a store based role, you therefore wont be considered if you dont meet the minimum requirments.

Accountable For:

• Forecasting exception management
• Project management
• Data analysis and reporting
• System configuration of supplier accounts to optimize most profitable ordering patterns/frequency;
• System setup and collaborate with individual suppliers to ensure optimal supply chain synergies
• Analyze opportunities and align system settings to maximize cost
• Monitor supplier statistics to ensure adherence
• Item parameter setting and data analysis to enable optimal forecasting results;
• Analyze & maintain individual item records
• Input and maintain market related information into replenishment solution
• Product lifecycle management;
• Manage the product life cycle from new item introduction to exit from market
• Place supplier purchase orders to ensure achieval of Inventory and service level policies;
• Daily processing of system recommended orders
• Ensure supplier orders are in line with service level goals and inventory policies
• Ensure effective delivery scheduling
• Promotional Planning and Replenishment;
• Manage inbound product availability in line with divisional promotions
• Collaborate with suppliers to secure stock for planned promotions
• Analyze weekly promotional demand exceptions

Qualifications    

• Degree in Supply Chain or relevant qualification

Experience    

• Minimum of two years relevant (Retail/Supply Chain) experience in a similar role

Knowledge and Skills    

• Deciding and initiating action
• Relating & Networking Presenting and communicating information professionally
• Ability to analyze bit data in a pressurized environment
• Workload planning and organizing
• Adapting and responding to change
• Coping with pressure and setbacks
• Intermediate to advanced excel knowledge
• Product & market knowledge