Job Description THE JOB AT A GLANCE: To ensure availability of all raw materials and packaging as per the Material Requirement Plan. Responsibilities WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE: Key Attributes and Competencies: Analyse weekly MRP reports, ensure 3 weeks planned material requirements are on site. Convert all requisitions from material planner to purchase orders and confirm delivery dates and quantity. Hold Weekly and Monthly meetings with Key suppliers. Ensure follow up and delivery of all orders placed for goods. Resolve Accounts payable/Accounting queries timeously. Ensure all raw material and Packaging is available to execute the Monthly/Weekly production plans. Maintain a proper filing system for easy retrieval of documentation for audit purposes. Qualifications EXPERIENCE&KEY FOUNDATION COMPETENCIES: Core knowledge – Production Planning Best Practices (process&technology), Interrelation between customer service, production management, Inventory management (raw/packaging materials), Supply Chain KPI’s. Essential Skills&Qualifications: Academic – Degree or Diploma in material management. Leadership – Owning it! driving long-term results, developing yourself&others, staying a step-ahead. Personal Effectiveness – Effective communication, Interpersonal skills. Function – 1+ experience in material management. Industry – Experience in FMCG industry desirable. Analytical Skills, Negotiation Skills, Problem solving, Decision making. About Us Tiger Brands is proudly Africa’s largest listed manufacturers of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). We impact lives every day with our iconic, award-winning brands. Our core business is the manufacture, market and distribute everyday branded food and beverages. Our products are relevant across every meal occasion and are well positioned to grow. Being a food company means we’re an intimate part of everybody's daily lives and that’s why we get loud and proud about exploring further, roaring louder and growing together. In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups. #J-18808-Ljbffr