Demand Planner

Organization: ALAF Limited

Reference Number: ALAF05112026/01

Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Demand Forecasting & Modeling

• Create statistical forecasts using enterprise planning tools.
• Continually improve forecast accuracy and stability.
• Liaise with Sales and Marketing to gather market intelligence inputs prior to monthly Demand Reviews.

Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)

• Support the Planning Manager during Demand Review and S&OP meetings.
• Balance conflicting priorities between Sales and Production.
• Extend S&OP tactical planning across quarterly horizons aligned with Business Plan Process (BPP) objectives.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Serve as a central liaison between Sales, Production, Procurement, suppliers, and customers to streamline process flows, fulfill customer orders on time in full (OTIF), and minimize overall costs.

Inventory & Safety Stock Management

• Manage minimum stock balances, Kanban policies, and re-order points within MRP to optimize lead times, prevent stock-outs, and mitigate loss of sales.

Master Data & System Optimization

• Establish and maintain robust MRP/ERP Master Data systems.
• Leverage technological solutions to translate market demand inputs seamlessly into supply plans.

New Product Introduction (NPI)

• Support the planning, launch, and life-cycle management of new products through retirement.

Performance Tracking & Reporting

• Track production plan adherence.
• Report monthly forecast accuracy metrics.
• Communicate supply constraints affecting delivery schedules.

Team Leadership & Group Alignment

• Evaluate training needs and mentor team staff.
• Collaborate with Planning Managers across Safal Group companies to adopt industry best practices and enforce safety/quality compliance.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• General Supply Chain Experience: 10+ years of overall experience based in Supply Chain management.
• Specific Role Experience: Minimum 5 years of direct experience in a Demand Planner or similar senior supply planning role.
• Industry Background: Manufacturing or Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector experience.
• ERP System Expertise: Advanced hands-on experience as an end-user of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (SAP ERP preferred).
• Software & IT Skills: High proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Outlook.

Desirable (Added Advantage):

• Exposure to advanced demand planning software platforms such as SAP IBP, Kinaxis RapidResponse, o9 Solutions, or equivalent tools.

Mode of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should apply directly through the employer’s official recruitment portal.

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Application Steps:

1. Prepare an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and relevant supporting documents.
2. Ensure compliance with all specified experience and ERP requirements.
3. Submit your application online via the ALAF Limited / Safal Group career portal referencing job code ALAF05112026/01.