KGABO MANAMELA
Cape Town
Summary
Accomplished Material Planner & Master Scheduler at Hensoldt Radar, enhancing supply chain efficiency and inventory control. Expert in ERP systems and cross-functional collaboration, improving demand management processes. Skilled in analytical thinking and problem-solving to drive cost reductions and supplier relationship management for operational excellence.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Material Planner & Master Scheduler
Hensoldt Radar
01.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented material planning strategies to maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Analyzed material requirements and scheduled production activities accordingly.
- Monitored stock levels of raw materials and worked with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Created work orders for parts, components, and supplies needed in production process.
- Coordinated ordering activities with purchasing department and suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of materials.
- Planned and managed shipment schedules for finished products according to customer needs.
- Investigated discrepancies between actual inventories and records in system database.
- Performed regular physical audits of warehouse inventory levels and updated records accordingly.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while handling hazardous materials.
- Provided training to staff members on proper storage and handling techniques for various materials.
- Collaborated with other departments regarding material availability and usage.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge about industry trends and best practices related to material planning.
- Resolved issues related to supply chain disruptions or delays in order fulfillment processes.
- Assisted in developing new systems and procedures related to inventory management operations.
- Worked closely with manufacturing team to help develop monthly production volume plans based on parameters such as business forecasts, known orders, and defined capacity.
- Helped manage capacity by identifying potential gaps and escalating solutions to meet customer demand.
- Managed movement of materials and product through production.
- Developed and maintained master production schedules to optimize plant performance.
- Monitored customer demand, inventory levels, and material availability for accurate scheduling of resources.
- Facilitated daily production meetings with operations personnel to ensure alignment with master schedule.
- Created reports outlining production progress, resource utilization, and other key metrics.
- Served as a liaison between sales, engineering, quality assurance, manufacturing, and purchasing departments for effective communication throughout the supply chain process.
- Participated in weekly review meetings with cross-functional teams to discuss any issues impacting production timelines.
- Implemented strategies designed to reduce inventory levels while ensuring adequate stock is available for customers' needs.
- Worked closely with the Quality Assurance team to resolve supplier nonconformance issues that impacted production timelines.
- Monitored output versus production plan and made changes to scheduling.
- Collaborated with engineering and manufacturing teams to increase efficiency.
Production & Material Planner
Hensoldt Optronics
10.2019 - 12.2022
- Developed and maintained production schedules to meet customer demands.
- Created and implemented plans for inventory control, material requirements, and production processes.
- Monitored the progress of production activities to ensure on-time delivery of products.
- Coordinated with other departments such as engineering, purchasing, and warehouse to ensure smooth operations.
- Worked closely with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and components needed for production.
- Analyzed data from various sources such as sales orders, forecasts, inventories. to create accurate production plans.
- Identified potential bottlenecks in the supply chain process and developed corrective actions accordingly.
- Maintained detailed records of inventory levels, material usage, labor costs. associated with the manufacturing process.
- Prepared reports related to performance metrics such as throughput times, lead times, capacity utilization rates.
- Conducted regular audits of the manufacturing process to identify areas needing improvement or additional training needs for personnel involved in the process.
- Assisted in designing workflows that optimize machine utilization while minimizing downtime due to maintenance or repairs.
- Resolved conflicts between different departments or functions by providing alternatives solutions.
- Coordinated with production teammates to determine scheduling and conflict resolutions.
- Created production schedules by considering deadlines for customer orders and sales forecasting.
- Allocated resources and controlled inventory by assessing materials stock, monitoring production performance and managing backlogs.
- Reduced operating costs by synchronizing sales goals with production.
- Devised weekly production plans in line with market demand.
- Monitored stock of production supplies and ordered when inventory ran low.
- Achieved production goals by personalizing SAP production planning and scheduling dashboards.
- Compared bills of sale against actual usage reports to ensure accuracy in stock.
- Trained and mentored junior production planning staff and team members on best practices and systems use.
- Coordinated with procurement team to ensure timely delivery of materials and components.
- Collaborated with quality assurance team to ensure product quality standards were met consistently.
- Facilitated continuous improvement activities, proposing and implementing changes to improve production performance.
- Prepared and presented production reports and metrics to management for strategic decision-making.
- Conducted regular inventory checks to maintain optimal levels of raw materials and finished goods.
- Managed movement of materials and product through production.
Production & Planning Intern
BMW SA
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Introduced new material inspection protocols to mitigate defects
- Ensured accurate tracking of associate attendance and discipline
- Utilized SAP software to requisition necessary parts from consumable inventory
- Led discussions and addressed issues during production sessions
- Decreased engine scrap rates by implementing poke yoke processes
- Utilized PDCA cycle for systematic tracking and solving of problems
- Implemented standard rework process for major engine repairs
- Documented PFMEA for significant engine plant failures
- Created facility layouts using material handling methods such as spaghetti diagrams and Visio designs
- Assisted health and safety representatives with audit preparations.
- Enhanced assembly line configurations for better ergonomic conditions
- Gathered data on systems like IPM, recording tool failures and VIN numbers.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Industrial Engineering
Tshwane University of Technology
01.2021
National Diploma - Industrial Engineering
Tshwane University of Technology
01.2019
Matric - Mathematics, Physical Science, Life Science, Accounting, English FAL, Sepedi
01.2014
Skills
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Inventory Management & Control
- Demand Management
- Kanban Implementation
- Master Production Schedule
- Independent Decision Making
- Customer Focus
- Cost Management
- Supply Chain Coordination & management
- Warehouse Operations
- ERP systems proficiency
- Scheduling expertise
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving & multitasking abilities
- Analytical & critical Thinking
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Analytical Skills
- Materials coordination
- Task Prioritization
- Computer Literacy
Accomplishments
- Implemented Kanban system for in-house assemblies, improving production flow and inventory management.
- Conduct training sessions on SAP usage, empowering teams to leverage ERP capabilities effectively.
- Recognized for proactive approach in forecasting and mitigating long-lead component issues.
- Reduced Overdue Purchase order from 54% to 18% within 3 months.
- Drives MRP and Warehouse migration processes to SAP
Certification
- CSCA, Certified Supply Chain Analyst
- Advance Excel
- Lean
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Material Planner & Master Scheduler
Hensoldt Radar
01.2023 - Current
Production & Material Planner
Hensoldt Optronics
10.2019 - 12.2022
Production & Planning Intern
BMW SA
07.2018 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Technology - Industrial Engineering
Tshwane University of Technology
National Diploma - Industrial Engineering
Tshwane University of Technology
Matric - Mathematics, Physical Science, Life Science, Accounting, English FAL, Sepedi
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