Group Manager - Materials Planning

The role oversees all activities related to materials purchasing, material control, inventory management, shipping / receiving, and warehouse operations. It ensures that materials are procured, available, and controlled efficiently to support production and business requirements while maintaining optimal inventory levels. The position also leads the development and implementation of material control policies, systems, and procedures, and ensures effective coordination with Purchasing, Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams. The role involves leading a team of planners and driving continuous improvement across planning processes and systems.

Key Responsibilities :

Materials Planning & Control :

• Oversee purchasing, material control, inventory control, stores, and shipping / receiving operations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain materials management policies, procedures, and control systems.
• Ensure materials are ordered, tracked, and maintained at levels that support production while optimizing working capital.
• Create material schedules and coordinate with purchasing, production, and engineering to enable smooth material flow.
• Review and plan material requirements, and prepare material requirement plans using ERP / MRP systems.
• Support the establishment, enhancement, and governance of production control systems.

Leadership & Team Management :

Planning Excellence & Decision Support :

Process Improvement & Governance :

Lead and support process improvement initiatives across four key areas :

Inventory Optimization & Shortage Management :

Performance Monitoring & Reporting :

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