Forecasting planning

Key Responsibilities: Supplier Relationship Management: Establish, build, and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers. Conduct regular performance reviews and maintain clear communication channels. Work closely with suppliers to address issues, resolve disputes, and ensure service levels are consistently met. Negotiation & Pricing: Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and contracts to secure the best value for the company. Analyse market trends to anticipate pricing shifts and adjust strategies accordingly. Forecast procurement needs and ensure stock levels are optimised. Strategic Procurement & Forecasting: Assist the Procurement Manager in developing forward-thinking procurement strategies that align with company goals. Forecast future demand based on sales trends, seasonality, and business growth plans. Identify potential risks in the supply chain and recommend proactive solutions. Operational Procurement: Source and evaluate new suppliers when necessary, ensuring they meet company standards. Process purchase orders and manage the order cycle from enquiry to delivery. Track deliveries, ensuring timely receipt and resolving any delays or discrepancies. Problem Solving & Process Improvement: Quickly resolve procurement-related issues, ensuring minimal disruption to operations. Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, drive efficiencies, and reduce costs. Reporting & Analysis: Monitor procurement performance and provide regular reports to senior management. Analyse spend data, supplier performance, and cost savings to support strategic decisions. Key Requirements: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or purchasing (international exposure is a bonus). Proven experience in supplier management and negotiating contracts/pricing. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet. Excellent communication and relationship management skills. Analytical mindset with solid forecasting and planning abilities. Highly organised with strong attention to detail. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. A technical background (engineering, manufacturing, or similar) is advantageous. Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Determines annual unit and gross-profit plans by implementing marketing strategies; analyzing trends and results. Establishes sales objectives by forecasting and developing annual sales quotas for regions and territories; projecting expected sales volume and profit for existing and new products. Implements national sales programs by developing field sales action plans. Maintains sales volume, product mix, and selling price by keeping current with supply and demand, changing trends, economic indicators, and competitors. Establishes and adjusts selling prices by monitoring costs, competition, and supply and demand. Completes national sales operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results. Maintains national sales staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees. Maintains national sales staff job results by counseling and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

A fast growing company based in Ceres is looking for a Project Manager to join the team. The ideal person will run all our projects from start to finish. The position will report to the Director. The following duties and responsibilities will be required: Assist with design and quotation process Manage the ordering process of stock (local & foreign) Develop and maintain relationship with suppliers Responsible for imports and the logistical control Stock control and forecasting Local logistics and installation team planning Managing all sites and site managers to completion Budgeting, costing and P&L of all projects On Site inspections and Customer Interaction / Feedback Reporting to Management Team Knowledge and skills required:

I hold a Distinction in Sales & Marketing Management, from Damelin Management School, and have 10 years Sales Rep experience and at least 2 years Sales Management Experience. Over the years, I have worked in the FMCG Sector, Commercial Tyre Industry, Commercial Forklift tyre & rental industry, and in the Retail sector. I have experience in managing sales teams, and experience in Branch Management. These experiences have given me valuable exposure to administration procedures, basic HR management, disciplining of staff, managing of sales teams, product and service marketing, brand promotion & promotional events at store level, brand quality and freshness, stock control, logistics planning, sales budgeting and forecasting, setting of sales targets for field sales teams, maintaining key customer relations, and more. My sales experience covers internal sales, external sales, direct sales & supply chains. I have travelled the Border Kei & Transkei regions extensively, dealing with both chain stores and individual businesses, large and small. I am willing to travel, and spend nights away from home, should the job at hand require it. My mature mind, enables me to be a very quick study, learning new products with ease. At the end of the day - product knowledge can easily be learned by any youngster, but a selling skill cannot be learned so easily - and I have that vital skill that sets me above and apart from the rest. My personality type, extensive experience and exposure, has made me a very successful Sales Rep. Being old school, I believe in face to face interaction with clients, on a regular basis, building a trust bond between your company, and your customers. This strengthening the relationship and loyalty, which I have found, often gives you preference above your competitors. (Higher orders, more shelf space, etc) These little tricks of the trade are often lost or overlooked in today’s fast paced environment. When the only goal is pushing sales, but neglecting vital customer relationships – the long term effects on your business, may be devastating, and only become when it is too late to rectify. Hire me today - you won't regret it.

To manage the Primary and Secondary Distribution within the mandate authorised by the Executive. Focus on the key performance metrics of People, Product, Cost, Quality and Compliance. Explore, develop, and implement innovative and entrepreneurial improvement in Distribution that differentiates company from its competitors and continually improves customer experience. Carry out any other reasonable instruction. Qualifications and experience: Must have 5 – 10 years logistics management experience Must have 5 years FMCG experience Proven track record of effective cost management Experience in a HACCP/ISO governed distribution environment preferential Must be proficient in MS Office Leading coaching and mentoring of employees Use company logistics management system to create relevant and attainable goals Keep team updated on the overall business results High quality recruitment Code 08 (B) driver’s license Responsibilities: Leading coaching and mentoring of employees Use company logistics management system to create relevant and attainable goals Keep team updated on the overall business results High quality recruitment Put plans in place for team development in line with the Care & Growth philosophy Accurate planning, forecasting, resource setting and adherence to budgets Cost Control Fixed and Variable management Strategic cost management Assets and capex plans are relevant and project a long-term focus in order to promote effective decision making. On – time Delivery Fleet Capacity and utilization Capacity Utilization Customer Services Cold Chain Management Delivery execution Management ERP systems Stock management Maintain Safe, Healthy, and risk-free environment Adhere to standards set in ISO and HACCP policy documents

Our client in the retail sector is looking for a Senior Buyer to join their team based in Rustenburg Buyer Responsibilities:-Writing, placing and tracking purchase orders.- Ensuring products are purchased at the right time, to specification and at a good price.- Negotiating with vendors and building positive, long-term relationships.- Researching new suppliers and making recommendations to management.- Preparing competitive retail and pricing strategies.- Planning, monitoring and maintaining suitable inventory levels.- Preparing budgets and forecasting purchasing trends.- Compiling reports on product performance and statisticBuyer Minimum Requirements:- Matric and a relevant degree/diploma in procurement.- Previous experience in the merchandising or FMCG/retail industry is a non-negotiable.- Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.- Strong analytical and organizational skills.- Ability to multi-task and perform under pressure.- Experience with merchandising software systems is a plus.- Proficiency in Microsoft Office. SECTOR: FMCG

Our client in the retail sector is looking for a Senior Buyer to join their team based in Vryburg Buyer Responsibilities:-Writing, placing and tracking purchase orders.- Ensuring products are purchased at the right time, to specification and at a good price.- Negotiating with vendors and building positive, long-term relationships.- Researching new suppliers and making recommendations to management.- Preparing competitive retail and pricing strategies.- Planning, monitoring and maintaining suitable inventory levels.- Preparing budgets and forecasting purchasing trends.- Compiling reports on product performance and statisticBuyer Minimum Requirements:- Matric and a relevant degree/diploma in procurement.- Previous experience in the merchandising or FMCG/retail industry is a non-negotiable.- Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.- Strong analytical and organizational skills.- Ability to multi-task and perform under pressure.- Experience with merchandising software systems is a plus.- Proficiency in Microsoft Office. SECTOR: FMCG