Senior Materials Specialist (Industrial Engineer)

About the role

We are currently searching for a Senior Materials Specialist (Industrial Engineer) to join the largest manufacturer and distributor of major appliances in Southern Africa, based in Durban. The role will coordinate and execute all export activities to ensure timely and efficient product delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Planning material requirements for serial production.
• Coordinating supply chain for serial production materials from local and foreign suppliers.
• Tracking inventory levels according to business targets.
• Managing material flow for daily and long‑term purchase orders.
• Coordinating and following transport requirements of material shipments.
• Managing stock levels of critical components.
• Managing obsolete materials.
• Developing strong relationships with suppliers and improving supplier capability.
• Ensuring the right materials are in stock at the required time.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering (Master’s a plus).
• Minimum 4 years experience in material/production planning.
• Knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems.
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Business acumen and understanding of market and customer needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritize effectively and work under pressure.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Required skills

• SAP
• Microsoft Office