Materials Planning Manager at Wemy Industries Limited

Wemy Industries is one of the foremost indigenous and oldest established manufacturers in Lagos, Nigeria. We specialize in producing baby diapers, feminine sanitary napkins/pads, panty liners, adult diapers, maternity pads, under pads and baby wipes under the umbrella brand names of ‘Dr. Browns’ and ‘Nightingale’

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Materials Planning Manager

Location: Lagos
Job type: Full-time
Industry: FMCG

Job Brief

• We are looking for a material planner to manage inventories and ensure that material resources are consistent with production schedules.
• The material planner's responsibilities include determining material specifications, creating and maintaining inventory schedules, coordinating with internal departments, and managing external stakeholder relations.

Responsibilities

• Determining the required materials and generating purchase orders.
• Ensuring materials meet specifications, quality standards, and are cost-efficient.
• Scheduling and overseeing the supply and delivery of materials and products.
• Liaising with customers, suppliers, and distributors.
• Managing inventory issues, schedule changes, and cancellations.
• Preparing cost estimates and performance reports.
• Ensuring the consistent and adequate supply of materials necessary for production.
• Coordinating with other departments regarding production goals, timelines, supplier payments, etc.
• Tracking production volume and monitoring customer demand patterns and purchasing trends.

Requirements

• A Degree in Accounting, Business, Logistics, Inventory Management or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in material planning, inventory management, purchasing, or a related position.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and material management systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.