Material Planning Officer

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Vacancy

Material Planning Officer

Appointments will be made in line with the company's employment equity plan. People with Disability are encouraged to apply.

Gibela’s journey is intrinsically tied to a vision of socio-economic transformation, one that recognises the central role of passenger rail in propelling the South African economy forward. As we embark on this mission, we stand at the crossroads of opportunities and progress, where the revitalisation of commuter rail serves as a cornerstone for building a brighter future.

Gibela stands as Africa’s largest train manufacturing and passenger trains maintenance company, holding steadfast to its commitment to spearheading the revival of the South African railway sector. With a transformative vision, Gibela endeavoured to catalyse the shift towards commuter rail as the preferred mode of transport for urban communities.

We invite suitably qualified candidates to apply for Material Planning Officer position under Motors department. The position will report to the Supply Chain Leader and is based in Dunnotar, Nigel.

Job Purpose

To liaise with suppliers in relation to delivery schedules (call off) based on MRP system requirements to:

• ensure delivery in full against commitments made
• monitor all gaps and plan ahead so there are no missing parts on the production line
• identify missing parts with key suppliers
• provide input into the parameters review, procurement and materials planning for production.

Planning

• Plan the call offs in line with production needs (based on Master Production Schedule planning) and inventory strategy.
• Manage procurement plan accuracy and ensure material on time deliveries.
• Interact with Logistics Method department in parameters definition (i.e. requirements for packaging / stacking / storing / handling of components / material / parts).
• Communicate parameter standards to suppliers thus ensuring preservation and maintaining of high quality of product/s along the value chain.
• Participate in shop floor daily meetings sharing missing parts visibility and recovery plans
• Maintain accurate records so that procurement data is accurate at all times.

Supplier Relationships

• Communicate on a daily basis with suppliers sharing procurement plan.
• Monitor suppliers’ performance and follow up on commitments not fulfilled (i.e. ensure on time delivery in full – OTIF).
• Escalate in case of supplier’s major issues and work on corrective action plan with Supplier Development team and Buyers.
• Visit suppliers on a regular basis both for relationship building and for monitoring compliance to Gibela requirements / standards.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma in Logistics / Supply Chain.
• 3+ Years Material planning experience within an industrial manufacturing environment

Closing Date

17 August 2026

Should you not hear from us in 30 days, consider your application as unsuccessful.

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