Demand Planner at MANO Africa

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MANO Africa are the next generation of eCommerce, pioneering ultra fast grocery delivery in Africa by combining sophisticated technology with quick commerce, and with a promise to deliver our customers' orders within 30 minutes. We boast of a sophisticated and strong network of riders as they are the lifeline of our business and they make it possible to deliver groceries to our customers ultrafast and efficiently. MANO Africa is Africa's first Integrated Grocery E-shop with your local flair.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Demand Planner

Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full-time

Description

The Demand Planner is responsible for maintaining optimal stock levels, maximizing inventory profitability, and ensuring efficient inventory flow.
This role involves analyzing sales data, managing procurement cycles, coordinating with vendors and category leaders, and implementing effective inventory management strategies.

Inventory Management:

Maintain stock coverage levels per SKU and store while maximizing inventory profitability.
Study consumption trends based on sales figures to recommend optimal procurement cycles (quantities, frequencies, etc.).
Own inter-store transfer processes.
Propose and implement plans to reduce overstock.
Manage short-shelf-life products, damages, and inventory adjustments.

Procurement and Vendor Coordination:

Appoint and guide orders and receipt schedules per brand and vendor.
Handle the supply chain for freight and clearance when importing.
Sort out discrepancies and claims with import vendors
Follow up with vendors on timely deliveries.
Communicate and follow up on return orders with all stakeholders.

System and Process Optimization:

Collect product and vendor data needed by the system and the app, create item codes, and make timely modifications.
Create purchase and return orders in the system and communicate with vendors.
Formulate additional functions and reports via SAP in coordination with the technical team.
Set ongoing processes, methodologies, trackers, and metrics to optimize operational and automation levels.

Coordination and Collaboration:

Coordinate with category leaders to fulfill promotional and seasonal deals, discontinue products, and optimize results.
Liaise with stores regarding schedules, quantities, stock-related, and delivery topics.
Support the technical department to establish joint objectives across all systems.
Coordinate with accounting on payables to vendors.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in demand planning, supply chain management, or a related field.
Ability to lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Detail-oriented and proactive.
Ability to adapt to changing market conditions.
Customer-focused with a strong sense of commercial acumen.
Proven track record in inventory management and procurement.
Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
Excellent communication and vendor management abilities.
Proficiency in inventory management systems and tools (e.g., SAP).