Demand Planner Brands Africa Zambia

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 12
• Degree in CIPS or CILT
• Diploma in clearing and forwarding is an added advantage.
• Good Microsoft excel skills.
• More than 3 years working experience in a similar role.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Extracts and analyze sales data from the ERP system in country.
• Liaises with the commercial heads with any changes with regards to historical trends and Reviews forecast sales accordingly.
• Prepares orders based on forecasted sales within set budget limits and stock cover and ensures that orders are placed on time, as per respective deadlines.
• Submits PFI Requests to Suppliers when approved by the respective country heads.
• Checks pro-forma invoices against order as well as expiry dates, etc as per SOP and Generate Purchase orders for Suppliers and Submits Purchase Orders with relevant Supplier’s order templates/conversions as supporting documentation.
• Captures monthly data on the forecast sheet. And ensures all the data retrieved is accurate
• Submits reports to Principals and internal management.
• Obtains licenses, COMESA/SADC/specific product permits as required, procedures are complying and Ensures awareness of new requirements and compliance therewith.
• Maintains licenses/Permits up to date and maintains an active data base of import permits, licenses, and other regulatory documentation, Creates, and monitors a schedule of expiry dates for timeous renewals.
• Monitors local customs regulation for any changes to tariff, duties, surtaxes and communicates internally, should any changes affect the landed pricing of products.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES / CAPABILITIES

• Good communication skills and able to read.
• Team player and mature
• Flexibility and able to follow instructions.
• Physically fit and energetic
• Work quickly and accurately under pressure.
• Honest