Overview
Job Title: Supply Chain Planning Specialist
Work location: Dar es Salaan
Knauf
The Knauf Tanzania continues to supply the local market with Tanzanian products manufactured to European standards at competitive prices.
The Knauf represents potential. We recognize that opportunity looks different to each person, and we are happy that we see opportunity in everyone. This exciting work within the Supply Chain Team could be the appropriate next step for you to develop a unique career in a values-driven culture with a clear goal of making tomorrow a home for all of us.
We are a global manufacturer of building materials, and our 41,500 team members in 90 countries across 300 facilities provide several opportunities for anyone with ambition and passion.
We regard everyone’s input equally, and we ask that you bring your complete self to work to enhance the company even more, as we achieve more together in a safe and inclusive atmosphere.
The Knauf Gypsum Tanzania Limited is happy to be a member of the Knauf Group. We have a 10-year history of GYPSUM manufacture and have ambitious ambitions for the future. Our global footprint in 90 countries is expanding, and we are searching for enthusiastic, ambitious individuals to assist us achieve our objectives. We are all guided by the same basic beliefs and believe in the enormous potential of huge corporations to have a beneficial impact on society.
We are currently searching for another team member to join us in the HQ Office as a Supply Chain Planning Specialist.
Can you answer ‘yes’?
Do you show your colleagues respect?
Do you constantly keep the consumer in mind?
Do you act with the future generations in mind?
Do you enjoy seeking out opportunities to grow and develop?
Do you have an established track record of achieving results?
As a Supply Chain Planning Specialist at Knauf Gypsum Tanzania Limited, you will be in charge of coordinating various planning functions such as demand and supply planning, production and transportation planning, and material replenishment planning. Ensure efficient and cost-effective supply chain procedures while satisfying customer demand and corporate objectives.
What you will do:
- To collaborate with key stakeholders (e.g., Plant and Sales Team) to create and maintain demand forecasting models for trading items and as input for production plans based on sales and operations planning requirements.
- Analyze historical data and market patterns to make reliable forecasts.
Create production schedules and plans based on demand estimates, optimizing production efficiency while minimizing costs, and coordinating with the Plant Team to meet production targets. - Ensure that supplies and other important things are available for manufacturing in accordance with supplier lead time, vendor limits, and transportation constraints.
- To manage inventory levels to reduce carrying costs while fulfilling customer demand by balancing orders, demand, and material inventory data in collaboration with the Procurement and Warehousing Team.
- To transport planning for inbound and outbound logistics, including import and export operations.
- Determine potential future capacity restrictions and bottlenecks in the supply chain.
- To measure, evaluate, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) for planning.
- To analyze data to uncover opportunities for improvement and cost savings.
We’d love for you to have:
We are interested in you as an individual, including your attitude, habits, and values. We’d love to speak with you if you’re eager to learn anything new for the role. Having qualifications and experience in the following areas is advantageous:
- A bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a closely related discipline.
- 3+ years of experience in supply chain planning, demand forecasting, or a related position.
- The experience in supply chain management and optimization concepts.
- A strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, including the capacity to convert data into high-level analysis and planning.
- The experience with process improvement and project management.
- A proficient in supply chain planning and ERP software to facilitate planning and reporting.
- The excellent communication abilities.
- An accuracy and a disciplined style of operating.
- The ability to work with self-motivation within tight deadlines.
- Fluency in English is required; proficiency in the country’s native language is preferred.
We will Offer (provide):
- A competitive pay.
- Health insurance coverage.
- A year-end performance benefit.
What will happen next?
We understand that your time is valuable, and that applying for a new job can be a lengthy process, so we have committed to responding to your application within three working days.
Application deadline: April 30, 2025.
To increase the diversity and inclusivity of our staff, we highly urge women to apply. We believe in equal opportunity and recognize the unique perspectives and contributions that women bring to the workplace. Please join us in making tomorrow a home for all of us.
