Supply Chain Planning Specialist Job Vacancy at Knauf Gypsum Tanzania

Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person, and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. This exciting role within the Supply Chain Team could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.

We are a global manufacturer of construction materials and within our Group, our 41,500 team members in 90 countries across 300 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone’s contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.

Knauf Gypsum Tanzania Limited is proud to be part of the Knauf Group. We have a 10-year heritage in GYPSUM manufacturing and have big plans for the future. Our global reach in 90 countries continues to grow and we are looking for passionate, ambitious people to help us achieve our goals. We are all led by the same core values and believe in the powerful potential of large companies to have a positive impact on the world. We are now looking for another team mate to join us in HQ Office as Supply Chain Planning Specialist.

Can you say ‘yes’?

Do you treat your colleagues with respect?

Do you always have the customer in mind?

Do you act with future generations in mind?

Do you like to seek out opportunities to grow and develop?

Do you have a proven track record of delivering results?

As Supply Chain Planning Specialist at Knauf Gypsum Tanzania Limited will be responsible for coordinating various planning functions, including demand and supply planning, production and transport planning and material replenishment planning. Ensuring efficient and cost-effective supply chain processes while meeting customer demand and organizational goals.

What you’ll be doing:

• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders (e.g., Plant and Sales Team) to develop and maintain demand forecasting models for trading goods and as input for production plan according to the Sales and operations planning requirements.
• Analyze historical data and market trends to generate accurate forecasts.
• Develop production schedules and plans based on demand forecasts taking optimization of production efficiency while minimizing costs into account as well as coordinate with the Plant Team to ensure production targets are met.
• Ensure materials and other relevant items are available as needed for production taking supply lead time, vendor constraints and transportation constraints into account.
• Manage inventory levels to reduce carrying costs while meeting customer demand by balancing orders, demand and material inventory data together with Procurement and Warehousing Team.
• Transport planning for in- and outbound logistics including import and export activities.
• Identify possible future capacity constraints and bottlenecks in the supply chain.
• Measure, analyze and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to planning.
• Analyze data to identify areas for improvement and cost reduction.

What we’d love for you to have:

We are interested in you as a person: your attitude, behaviors and values. As long as you have the willingness to learn anything you need for the role that you don’t already have, we’d love to speak to you. If you have qualification and experience in the following areas is an added advantage:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in supply chain planning, demand forecasting, or a similar role.
• Experience in supply chain management and (optimization) concept.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into high-level analysis and planning.
• Experience in process improvement and project management.
• Proficient in supply chain planning software and ERP software to enable planning and reporting.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Accuracy as well as structured way of working.
• Ability to work with self-motivation under tight timelines
• Fluent in English – the respective language of the country is a plus

We’ll provide:

• A competitive salary

• Health insurance cover

•  A year end-performance benefit

What happens next?

We appreciate that your time is precious and applying for a new job can be a lengthy process -so we have committed to replying to your application within 3 working days.

Application Deadline: 30/04/2025

To enhance the diversity and inclusivity of our team, we strongly encourage women to apply. We believe in equal opportunity and value the unique perspectives and contributions that women bring to our workplace. Join us in making tomorrow a home for all of us.