CONA Specialist-2

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Overview This document outlines the details for the CONA Specialist-2 role at South African Breweries (SAB). The position is focused on various aspects of supply chain planning, including production plan optimization, KPI management, and analytical support within the S&OP process. What you will do * Publish an optimized monthly long-term production plan from M+2 with at least a rolling 12 months, incorporating WSNP handover. * Develop monthly production plans with cost and allocation optimization, solving for lost sales down to DC level. * Manage key Supply Planning KPI’s & Costs, including T1 VLC; CONA & Allocation Efficiency; and WSNP efficiency. * Lead and prepare the Supply Review deck in accordance with TOR. * Sign off on monthly inventory LE’s to the cash flow team. * Ensure monthly ‘handshake’ on the S&OP process between WSNP & CONA teams as well as with the Supply team. * Attend all S&OP routines and S&OE. * Conduct input analysis for demand publish accuracy. * Conduct input analysis for capacity, capability, line speeds, NPD, and project timelines. * Conduct output analysis for lost sales. * Conduct output analysis for IR movements and T1 cost. Requirements (from the original advert) * Candidate should have a Bachelor's degree with a preference but not restricted to Supply Chain, Engineering, Mathematics, Economics qualifications. * A minimum of 5-year Planning experience required. * An orientation towards the quantitative disciplines of mathematics, statistics, and economics would be advantageous. * Excellent analytical understanding and strong excel capabilities advantageous. * Effective numeracy and analytical skills & problem solving at both operational and tactical levels. * Strong negotiation skills and ability to build rapport and influence across all levels in the organization. Who should apply The ideal candidate for this role should possess the ability to manage multiple streams of information optimally with attention to detail. They should have strong negotiation skills and be capable of building rapport and influencing across all levels of the organization. Excellent collaboration and communication skills are required across different levels of seniority. An orientation towards quantitative disciplines, strong analytical understanding, effective numeracy, problem-solving skills, and strong Excel capabilities are advantageous. Deadline October 16, 2026 Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/cona-specialist-2-the-south-african-breweries Source: myjobmag

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