Senior MRP Planner

About the role

The Senior MRP Planner is responsible for overseeing material requirements planning, inventory accuracy, and purchase request creation. Reporting to the Superintendent – MRP, the role supervises Inventory Planners, coordinates material supply to meet production demand, and drives continuous improvement of supply‑chain processes.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and monitor inventory levels, ensuring accuracy and timely replenishment.
• Create and publish purchase requests, track supplier confirmations, and adjust delivery dates as needed.
• Analyse variances between forecasts and actual consumption, develop corrective actions and root‑cause analyses.
• Define and adjust inventory policies (ABC classification, safety stock, reorder points) based on demand projections and lead times.
• Maintain compliance with internal procedures, group standards and regulatory requirements for raw materials.
• Supervise Inventory Planners, coordinate with production and procurement teams, and ensure a steady flow of stock without over‑capitalising.
• Monitor key performance indicators such as inventory turnover, service levels and backlog, and report insights to supply‑chain management.

Required profile

• University degree in Business, Logistics, Inventory Management or a related field.
• 5–7 years of professional experience in materials planning, inventory management, purchasing or a similar role.
• Proven ability to lead teams and improve supply‑chain processes.

Required skills

• Proficiency with ERP systems (parameter audits, BOM consistency, data reliability).