Assistant Officer Materials Planning T10
Job Details
Job Title: Assistant Officer Materials Planning (MRP Controller) T10
Listing Reference: eskom_002901
Industry: Electricity, Energy & Water Supply
Job Category: Stores and Inventory
Location: Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
Contract Type: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE Position: No
Apply By: 05 February 2026
Job Overview
The Assistant Officer Materials Planning (MRP Controller) is responsible for analysing, forecasting, and planning inventory requirements to ensure customer needs are met while achieving inventory objectives. This role supports the Materials Management department within Eskom’s Central East Cluster, focusing on material requirements planning, inventory optimisation, and customer service.
The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and planning skills, a solid understanding of inventory management principles, and experience working with SAP and Microsoft Office tools.
Purpose of the Role
To manage and support inventory planning activities, ensuring optimal material availability, accurate forecasting, and effective inventory control to support operational requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Gather and analyse inventory data to meet demand requirements
Conduct inventory parameter and data maintenance
Perform material requirements planning and forecasting
Provide customer service and material availability support to end users
Manage consignment stock and optimise minimum control stock inventory
Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations
Key Performance Areas (Functional Outputs)
Inventory analysis and demand forecasting
Inventory data and parameter maintenance
Material requirements planning (MRP)
Customer service and stock availability
Consignment stock management
Inventory optimisation and control
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
National Diploma in Logistics / Supply Chain Management / Finance (NQF 6, 240 credits)
Experience
Minimum 2 years’ experience in Supply Chain Operations
Skills & Competencies
Behavioural Competencies
Integrity, honesty, trustworthiness, and professionalism
Punctuality and reliability
Team player with ability to motivate and develop others
Technical & Knowledge Competencies
Knowledge of inventory management principles
Material knowledge and contract management
SAP and Microsoft Excel proficiency
Familiarity with safety procedures and regulations
Core Skills
Planning and forecasting
Negotiation and communication
Report writing and analytical problem-solving
Service delivery and customer focus
Additional Information
Eskom promotes equality, employment equity, and diversity
Preference may be given to under-represented designated groups
Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Eskom reserves the right not to appoint
Eskom is a smoke-free workplace