# Export Planning Manager* May 14, 2026* 11:07 pmThe Export Planning Manager oversees **end-to-end supply and demand planning** for both national and international supply chains. The role ensures accurate forecasting, supply alignment, supplier performance management, and export coordination across 15 international markets. It requires strong analytical, operational, and stakeholder management skills to maintain service continuity and optimize supply chain performance..Local and International Demand and Supply Planning • Lead demand planning across South Africa and 15 international markets, consolidating forecasts into annual rolling demand plan • Analyse operational forecasting inputs (including 4PL data covering ±450 SKUs) and adjust rolling forecasts to improve accuracy • Develop and distribute a monthly consensus forecast and rolling production forecasts aligned to supply capability • Incorporate demand drivers including promotions, new product development, store openings, discontinued items and market expansions • Obtain monthly confirmation of demand plans from markets and customers • Monitor forecast accuracy, analyse variances, and implement corrective actions to prevent excess or lean inventory positions • Support new market launches by embedding forecasting frameworks and route-to-market planning processes • Collaborate with Marketing and Commercial teams to align forecasts with promotional and growth initiativesSupply Planning and Inventory Alignment • Develop and maintain rolling supply forecasts in collaboration with suppliers and internal stakeholders • Confirm supply plans with suppliers and align demand and supply plans to ensure service continuity • Oversee inventory levels across local and international markets, proactively identifying stock risks and initiating corrective action • Manage product phase-ins and phase-outs to minimise obsolescence and stock aging • Ensure forecasting incorporates shelf-life considerations and working capital optimisation • Analyse volume fluctuations and deviations from plan to support financial and operational alignment • Provide timely feedback to Logistics and Supply teams regarding risks, constraints and optimisation opportunities 20% Supplier Performance Management • Manage supplier and carrier performance against agreed Service Level Agreements (including Imperial and Vector) 20%JOB ROLE – EXPORT PLANNING MANAGER Key Performance Area / Main Output Detailed Description / Inputs Weighting / Time Spent • Monitor supplier delivery performance, fill rates and forecast adherence • Resolve supplier delivery issues and act as escalation point across the value chain • Participate in Supplier and Carrier Management review processes • Monitor compliance with company policies, procedures and contractual obligations • Proactively manage and resolve escalated customer complaints, including recalls and withdrawals • Drive supplier-related optimisation projects, including export standards and operational SLA development • Maintain strong cross-functional relationships with key external partners and internal stakeholders Export and Distribution Coordination • Coordinate inbound supplier deliveries and outbound customer shipments to ensure orders are delivered in full and on time • Ensure all export documentation is accurate, compliant and available within required timelines • Monitor shipment progress and provide proactive communication to customers and internal stakeholders • Act as conduit between supplier, distributor and market to resolve operational delays • Ensure customers and markets adhere to forecasting and documentation timelines • Maintain service delivery performance in line with contractual SLAs and regulatory requirementsForecasting Governance, Systems and Continuous Improvement • Review and update forecasting processes, playbooks and SLAs as business and regulatory requirements evolve • Ensure compliance with export conditions and regulatory requirements across markets • Maintain accurate forecasting system configuration (including Dynamics 365 and related tools) • Review and optimise the end-to-end forecasting value chain, identifying automation opportunities • Generate and distribute weekly and monthly KPI reports covering forecast accuracy, OTIF and service performance • Investigate anomalies in demand volumes and ordering patterns against budget and planKey Performance Area /Main Output Detailed Description / Inputs Weighting /Time Spent • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning maturity, forecasting accuracy and supply chain performance • Undertake ad hoc projects, analysis and initiatives as directed by management Operational Support and Supply Chain Optimisation • Drive the delivery of supplier-related optimisation projects, including development of export standards and operational Service Level Agreements with logistics partners (eg Vector) • Develop and maintain strong working relationships across all levels with key Imperial and Vector staff, suppliers, and internal stakeholders • Act as a support function to the Logistics team (Local and International), providing operational insight and planning alignment• Identify operational inefficiencies and recommend process improvements across the supply chain • Support implementation of supply chain enhancements and process changes • Undertake ad hoc projects, initiatives and operational tasks as directed by managementSkills :• Knowledge of logistics (Advanced) • Knowledge of principles and practices of contract preparation and negotiation (Intermediate) • Knowledge of relevant local legislation and regulations in relation to procurement (Advanced) • Multi-tasking skills (Advanced) • Communications skills, verbal and written (Intermediate) • Time management skills (Advanced) • Project management skills (Advanced) • Supplier management skills (Advanced) • Microsoft Office skills (Intermediate) • Forecasting systems (Advanced)• 5+ years’ experience in Supply Chain/Logistics environment (FMCG/ Food Service Industry or related) • 2 – 3 Years – Exports Experience • 2 – 3 Years – Experience in Logistics and Warehousing**Job Type:** Permanent**Job Location:** Johannesburg**CTC:** R600k-R900k**Industry:** FMCG#J-18808-Ljbffr