Supply Chain Assistant - X1 (Beauty & Accessories) & X1 (Baby)

Supply Chain Assistant - x1 (Beauty & Accessories) & x1 (Baby)Listing reference: click_015962Listing status: Under ReviewApply by: 21 February 2024Position summaryIndustry: FMCG & Supply ManagementJob category: Supply and DemandLocation: Cape TownContract: PermanentRemuneration: market relatedEE position: YesIntroductionClicks is on the hunt for a Supply Chain Assistant. The purpose of the role is to place vendor orders in line with forecasts, distribute products to stores, and collaborate with the relevant planners on inventory issues to achieve targeted inventory and availability.JOB OBJECTIVESTo order inventory based on SKU forecasts to maximize inventory availability.To create and distribute DC to store specific allocations to maximize inventory availability.To collaborate with the planner on inventory exceptions (short/late deliveries, reasons for out of stocks, etc.) and assist with resolving the issues to maximize inventory availability.To liaise with the relevant stakeholders (DC, Vendors, Stores, and Category etc.) to resolve replenishment queries to maximize inventory availability.To provide ongoing updates to the planner on promotional stock flow to ensure inventory availability for promotions.To support and assist the planner with ad hoc inventory related requests.Generate and collate information and then apply sound business thinking to provide the category team with insights to assist the team to plan and manage the category effectively.To place new line, promotional, and pipe fill orders and/or other ad hoc orders to ensure inventory availability for promotions.EDUCATIONDiploma in Purchasing/Business ManagementJOB EXPERIENCE1-3 years Planning experience in retail or other related working environmentsFMCG experienceJOB RELATED KNOWLEDGEKnowledge and understanding of planning & buying process including stock flow and stock availabilityKnowledge of planning systems and variablesKnowledge of supply chain processes Clicks GroupKnowledge of financial planningKnowledge of assortment management and range reviewsJOB RELATED SKILLSAnalytical and numerateWell-structured and organisedJOB RELATED COMPETENCIESDeciding and Initiating ActionWorking with PeoplePlanning and OrganisingDelivering Results & Meeting Customer ExpectationsFollowing Instructions and ProceduresAchieving Personal Work Goals and ObjectivesCoping with Pressures and Setbacks
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