Materials Planning Advisor

Company Description

Company Description

We have an exciting position for a Materials Planning Advisor to Implement the demand forecast and plan, over defined planning horizons, inventory management strategy & tactics, based on established tools and models, to deliver optimal inventory levels that meet service level targets.

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Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible.

Kumba Iron Ore

We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.

Job Description

As Materials Planning Advisor you will provide services as required and your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Safety, Health and Environment
  • Identify ways to support specific safety, health and sustainability opportunities and risks and ensure that materials planning activities comply with all Safety, Health and Environmental requirements.
  • Ensure the safe operation of the Physical Supply Chain environment by performing regular risk assessments, monitoring safety performance, and promptly addressing any identified risks or issues.
  • Drive and support compliance with relevant policies and standards, and particularly the Contractor Performance Management policy and procedures, to enable achievement of gold-standard contractor safety performance.
• Performance and Delivery
• General
  • Manage the effective implementation of the Supply Chain strategy within the physical supply chain and materials planning environment.
  • Embrace an agile supply chain by remaining adaptive and flexible to accommodate and focus on emerging and changing business priorities.
• Supply Chain Strategy, Critical Tasks, and Targets
  • Support the implementation of the materials plan based on inputs from end-users and historical data analysis to meet requirements at optimal inventory levels.
  • Support the operation and output of reliable planning and suggested inventory models using detailed inputs from end-users, MRP analysts, and forecasting models to inform category decisions across the region.
  • Support the implementation and adherence to standards and guidelines related to inventory management.
  • Execute the operation and output of reliable planning and suggested inventory models using detailed inputs from end-users, MRP analysts, and forecasting models to inform category decisions across the region.
• Support the definition and maintenance of the inventory strategy in partnership with Group COE, business stakeholders (particularly engineering and maintenance), and finance to balance delivery requirements and financial commitments.
  • Support MRP teams with the setting and maintenance of MRP parameters to optimise inventory in alignment with the inventory strategy.
  • Drive working capital optimisation opportunities, such as the disposal of excess and obsolete stock.
  • Support working capital optimisation opportunities, including the disposal of excess and obsolete stock.
• Planning
  • Provide input into frontloading, identification, and sizing of initiatives related to working capital benefits.
  • Ensure that inventory optimisation events are planned, scheduled, resourced, and executed in a timely and visible manner.
• Sustainability and Social Impact
  • Identify and lead inventory optimisation initiatives to minimise wastage at operations and reduce Anglo American’s carbon footprint.
  • Implement network optimisation opportunities to guide logistics providers in reducing transportation frequency, contributing positively to environmental impact.
• Commercial Value Delivery
  • Implement working capital optimisation opportunities and identify cost reduction initiatives that positively impact the cost-to-serve.
  • Provide input and guidance to sourcing and purchasing teams on optimal fulfilment strategies for commodity classes (e.g., central vs. decentralised, VMI, VOI).
  • Support a culture of planning and fulfilment within purchasing, sourcing, and operations.
  • Support the Anglo American Operating Model and share cross-site best practices to leverage tangible working capital benefits.
• Relationship Management
  • Maintain stakeholder relationships within the supply chain, key suppliers, and internal end-users (maintenance and production teams) to enable effective planning and fulfilment of demand.
  • Provide advice to stakeholders regarding MRP and demand planning processes.
  • Create awareness and embed best practices regarding inventory and network optimisation protocols.
  • Coordinate transport and delivery to meet operational deadlines.
• People and Teams
  • Mentor the team to ensure agreed service levels are maintained and service excellence is achieved.
  • Embrace a supply chain team culture of diversity and inclusiveness.
  • Drive personal performance management and learning.
  • Support cross-functional team interactions with internal stakeholders to execute purchasing activities.
• Governance and Compliance
  • Ensure personal and team compliance with Anglo American and Supply Chain governance requirements related to all materials planning activities.
  • Ensure personal and team compliance with applicable legislative requirements related to all physical supply chain management activities within the assigned portfolio.

This role is in Supply Chain at a Band 6 level reporting to the Material Planning Specialist.

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Supply Chain/Logistics Management/Procurement or a relevant discipline on NQF6
• A Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Logistics Management/Procurement or a relevant discipline on NQF7 – Preferred
• SA Drivers Licence: Code B (Light Vehicle)

Technical Knowledge

• 3-5 years of experience in supply chain management in the mining industry.
• Knowledge of systematic capabilities and materials planning systems, demand algorithms, statistical models, and their operations.
• Thorough knowledge of navigating complex environments and managing diverse internal and external stakeholder relationships.
• Familiarity with demand forecasting and planning methodologies.

Additional Information

What we offer

When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.

Who we are?

Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine, process, move and market our products to our customers around the world.

As a responsible miner – of diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore, coal and nickel – we are the custodians of what are precious natural resources. We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people’s lives.

Inclusion and Diversity

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.

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