Stock Replenishment Analyst Permanent Gauteng Overview We are a Supply Chain and Sales & Merchandising partner adding value to your business through a fully integrated, temperature-controlled network in Southern Africa. But we are also more than that. We are people serving people. While we boast the best in tech and infrastructure, our people are our greatest resource. With our skilled, curious, can-do people at the forefront, our assets become your assets, our service your solutions. Vector’s vehicle fleet includes a food industry first in ‘multi-temperature’ vehicles enabling the company to service business across frozen, chilled and ambient temperature zones on a single delivery. Job PurposeTo manage supplier replenishment, stockcoordination, and distribution centre scheduling to ensure optimal stockavailability, improved service levels, and efficient supply chain operationsbetween suppliers, distribution centres, and stores. The primary focus of SRAsis improving customer service levels while optimizing inventory. Therole focuses on improving customer service levels, maintaining correctinventory levels, coordinating deliveries, and supporting promotional andoperational requirements. Key Responsibilities Replenishment Management Review order proposals and identifyanomalies. Place orders and stock transferrequests where required. Ensure orders are placed on correctorder days and delivery dates. Maintain correct safety stock andreplenishment parameters. Monitor key value items and ensureservice levels are maintained. Ensure all active articles havestock or orders in process. Escalate stock shortages and supplyissues. Analyse reports to maintain servicelevels and stock accuracy. Manage buy-ins, new listings, anddiscontinued items. Stock Coordination & DC Scheduling Coordinate pickup and deliveryschedules through the distribution centre. Manage sales orders and supplierdeliveries. Monitor stock on hand and ensureoptimal stock levels. Follow up on short deliveries andarrange re-orders. Manage returns, recalls, and damagedstock. Ensure stock availability forpromotional activities. Liaise with suppliers, stores,warehouse, and sales teams. Conduct stock counts where required. Promotions & Demand Planning Adjust orders for promotions andincreased demand. Ensure sufficient stock forpromotional displays. Monitor promotional performance andstock levels. Communicate stock risks tomanagement and stores. Plan stock around month-end /year-end cycles. Master Data & System Accuracy Ensure article master data iscorrect. Maintain correct order days anddelivery schedules. Update replenishment parameters whenrequired. Ensure correct distributionprofiles. Log system incidents when required. Logistics & Delivery Management Resolve delivery issues withsuppliers or DC. Track urgent orders and follow up. Communicate delays to stores. Monitor fill rates and servicelevels. Ensure correct stock flow betweensupplier, DC, and store. Inventory Control Monitor stock cover and servicelevels. Identify aged, short-dated, orexcess stock. Ensure corrective actions are taken. Manage negative stock reports. Monitor daily out-of-stock reports. Ensure stock rotation in DC. Teamwork & Self-Management Plan and prioritise workload. Meet deadlines and productivitytargets. Communicate risks and issues early. Support business values andpolicies. Work collaboratively with internaland external stakeholders. KPIs Service level performance. Stock availability. Stock accuracy. Delivery performance. Promotion fulfilment. Customer satisfaction. Inventory control. Key Relationships Internal Relationships Warehouse / DC team. Sales team. Buyers / Category managers. Suppliers. Stores. External Relationships Suppliers. Clients / Stores. Transport / Logistics partners. Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required for the Job Qualifications and ExperienceMatric. Diploma / Degree in Logistics / SupplyChain / Business / Merchandising. Minimum 3 years’ experience in FMCG /Logistics / Supply Chain / DC. Skills and CompetenciesKnowledge & Skills Supply chain/ replenishment principles. Inventory management. SAP / ERP systems. Excel & reporting. Analytical thinking. Problem solving. Attention todetail. Verbal and written communication Computer literacy. Interpersonal. Logical thinking. Administrative. Relationship Attributes Deadline driven. Able to work under pressure. Detail oriented. Professional. Strong coordination skills. Good interpersonal skills. Vector Logistics supports the principles of EmploymentEquity and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups in line with ourEmployment Equity Plan. If you have not heard from us within 3 to 4 weeks aftersubmitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful onthis occasion. We truly appreciate your interest in joining the Vector team andencourage you to stay connected for future opportunities that may align withyour skills and career journey. We look forward to hearing from you! #J-18808-Ljbffr