Material Requirement Planning Officer at Eta Zuma Mining and Industries Limited

Eta Zuma Mining and Industries Limited provides premium solutions to businesses in the primary and secondary sectors of the economy, especially those in solid minerals, extractive industry, manufacturing industry and agriculture. Some of its clients are Zuma 828 Coal Limited, IMEX Mineral Resources and Processing Company, Zuma Energy Nigeria Limited, Zuma Steel W/A Limited, and Zuma Metals & Energy Resources Limited

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Material Requirement Planning Officer

Location: Abuja (FCT) 

Job Description

• The Material Requirement Planning Officer is responsible for ensuring the timely availability of materials, spare parts, and consumables required to support mining operations and equipment maintenance.
• The role involves analyzing demand forecasts, monitoring stock levels, and coordinating procurement and replenishment activities to prevent downtime and optimize inventory investment.

Responsibilities
Material Planning & Forecasting:

• Review and analyze production and maintenance schedules to determine material requirements.
• Generate accurate material demand forecasts based on consumption trends, lead times, and equipment usage patterns.
• Collaborate with the maintenance, operations, and procurement teams to plan material needs.
• Continuously adjust material plans to reflect operational changes or unexpected demand.

Inventory Control & Monitoring:

• Monitor inventory levels to ensure critical spare parts and materials are always available without overstocking.
• Track and report slow-moving, obsolete, and excess inventory for management action.
• Recommend optimal reorder levels and safety stock for critical components.
• Support periodic stock audits and ensure data accuracy within the inventory management system.

Procurement Coordination:

• Generate and review purchase requisitions based on material planning data.
• Liaise with procurement officers to ensure timely purchase and delivery of materials.
• Track order status and follow up with suppliers to meet required delivery dates.
• Provide the procurement team with technical specifications and accurate demand forecasts.

Data Management & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate material master data, including part numbers, descriptions, and lead times.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP MM, Oracle, or similar) for planning and reporting.
• Prepare periodic reports on material consumption, forecast accuracy, and planning efficiency.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement in material planning.

Coordination & Continuous Improvement:

• Work closely with warehouse, maintenance, and operations teams to resolve material availability issues.
• Support implementation of continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning accuracy and efficiency.
• Participate in the development of material planning policies and standard operating procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3 – 5 years of experience in material planning or inventory management, preferably in the mining, industrial, or heavy equipment sector.
• Experience using ERP systems for material planning and reporting.
• Professional certification (e.g., APICS, CIPS, or similar) is an advantage.

Key Competencies:

• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• In-depth understanding of MRP principles and supply chain planning.
• Knowledge of mining operations and heavy-duty equipment spare parts.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Salary
N400,000 - N450,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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