MAROPENG MALEKA
LOGISTICS MATERIAL PLANNER
Tshwane
Summary
- MAROPENG MALEKA LOGISTICS MATERIAL PLANNER
- Interpersonal Skills
- Knowledge and understanding of MRP and ERP
- Knowledge and understanding of systems development and project planning
- Good communication and interpersonal skills for leadership in cross-functional teams, internal reporting at all levels
- Knowledge of Project management
- Great Negotiation Skills and Conflict management
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
LOGISTICS MATERIAL PLANNER
ZF LEMFORDER
01.2022 - Current
- Collaborating with sales, marketing, and production teams to gather information and data to forecast future demand for materials and products
- Monitoring and controlling inventory levels to avoid stockouts, overstock situations, and minimize carrying costs while ensuring optimal availability
- Generating purchase orders and work orders based on demand forecasts and maintaining accurate records of orders placed and received
- Communicating with suppliers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of materials, negotiating pricing and terms, and addressing any issues or delays
- Identifying opportunities to optimize processes, reduce costs, and improve overall efficiency within the material planning function
- Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory turnover, on-time delivery, lead times, and other relevant metrics to measure and improve supply chain efficiency
- Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, quality standards, and procurement policies
- Collaborating with various teams, including procurement, production, warehousing, and transportation, to ensure smooth material flows across the supply chain.
SENIOR MRP CONTROLLER
NISSAN SOUTH AFRICA
01.2016 - 01.2022
- They budget the stock value and maintain it
- They optimize the stock level, classify it and make sure that the stock value meets the needed availability for the clients
- They work with the engineering department to make sure that technical specifications of the stocks are correct
- They conduct market research to make sure that all materials are of high quality standard
- They classify the products according to the set categories
- They need to forecast the trends in product consumption to provide the needed number of stocks and its turnover
- All systems meet the Africa, Middle East, India and Europe standards
- Escalation development activities with RNIT
- Liaise and gather support from Nissan Europe Information System to align with NSA requirements
- Maintain run-out plan to minimise inventory
- Maintain Statistical data from production planning during Adoption and abolishing of order control frames
- Specification is added on feature creation is correctly marked
- Specification notices are communicated to DCC
- Control power trains using order control frames
- The implied features are set up correctly to minimise ordering
- Part categorisation is correct during order checks
- Lead cross functional team in resolving warehouse misalignment
- Maintain parts static data for ordering local and KD
- Resolve warehouse discrepancies.
MRP CONTROLLER
NISSAN SOUTH AFREICA
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Maintain MRP parameters
- Monitor weekly system transmitted orders to ILN’s for on time delivery according to
- Vanning timetable(VTT) to ensure that lead times are met and that there is enough stock for production line
- Follow up on shipments either by sea or air until it reaches the plant
- Coordinate meeting on a weekly basis with our supplier to ensure that flow of shipment is smooth
- Liaise with production and material handling on any line side parts concerns
- Daily stock counts and verification to maintain MRP/ ERP to ensure that system is in line with physical stock
- Export all possible material shortages well in advance
- Managing of obsolescence by selling to aftersales P&A, scrapping the part and preventing potential obsolescence by reducing safety stock
- Prioritize critical material shortages by utilization of MRP/ ERP system
- Requisitions and maintains inventory of materials to meet production demands
- Maintain administrative systems
- Expedite outstanding orders
- Managing running changes of the parts
- Administrative tasks, weekly report, minutes of meetings, basic information maintenance, other monitoring and reporting
- Monitor supplier performance, conduct supplier audits, report on any risks and countermeasures.
TRAINEE MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
NISSAN SOUTH AFREICA
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Completing all tasks set by the supervisor and assisting wherever possible
- Observing existing strategies and techniques and offering suggestions for improvement
- Basic operation of the lathe machine, welding, turning and use of hand tools
- Operation of the injection molding machine that produces bumpers
- Maintenance on the hoist machines for chassis, changing oil and belts
- Basic programming of the Sealer Robot
- Conducting research and collating data
- Traveling to different sites and gaining practical experience in new work zones
- Working closely with staff to foster professional values and build good relationships
- Observing health and safety guidelines at all times
- Attending meetings and workshops
- Submitting to all forms of evaluation during the traineeship
- Compiling reports and delivering presentations to staff members and other stakeholders.
LANGUAGES
Zulu PERSONAL
- DETAILS
- Nationality: South African
- Gender: Female
- As a dedicated and detail-oriented Logistics Material Planner, I bring a wealth of experience in efficiently managing the flow of materials and resources to ensure seamless operations within the supply chain
- With a strong foundation in logistics and a keen understanding of inventory management, my goal is to optimize processes, reduce costs, and enhance overall productivity
- My career is characterized by a proven track record of successfully coordinating procurement activities, monitoring inventory levels, and forecasting demand to maintain optimal stock levels
- I excel in utilizing advanced software tools and data analysis techniques to make informed decisions that prevent shortages while minimizing excess inventory
- My ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including suppliers and internal stakeholders, enables me to establish effective communication channels and maintain strong partnerships
- My meticulous approach to planning and execution allows me to handle complex supply chain challenges with composure and effectiveness
- I thrive in fast-paced environments where adaptability and quick thinking are essential
- With a passion for continuous improvement, I proactively identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and contribute to the achievement of company goals.
ACTING SENIOR MRP CONTROLLER
- They conduct market research to make sure that all materials are of high quality standard
- They classify the products according to the set categories
- They need to forecast the trends in product consumption to provide the needed number of stocks and its turnover
- They evaluate the supplier and manufacturer base on their performance and technical ability
- They too build supplier management and relationships
- They optimize the stock level, classify it and make sure that the stock value meets the needed availability for the clients
- They work with the engineering department to make sure that technical specifications of the stocks are correct.
Education
Project Management
UniversityTshwane University of Technology
Pretoria 01.2018 - 12.2018
B-Tech - Industrial Engineering
University Tshwane University of Technology, Tshwane University of Technology
Mechanical Engineering
Tshwane University of Technology
Phoenix College of Johannesbug
JohannesbugSkills
MatricStrategistTechnologicalArticulateCatalystOrganisedMeticulousProceduralInnovativeATTRIBUTES
MS Office
AutoCADSAPMainframeCertification
NISSAN SOUTH AFREICA
Work Availability
monday
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wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
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evening
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Timeline
LOGISTICS MATERIAL PLANNER
ZF LEMFORDER
01.2022 - Current
Project Management
UniversityTshwane University of Technology
01.2018 - 12.2018
SENIOR MRP CONTROLLER
NISSAN SOUTH AFRICA
01.2016 - 01.2022
MRP CONTROLLER
NISSAN SOUTH AFREICA
01.2011 - 01.2015
TRAINEE MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
NISSAN SOUTH AFREICA
01.2009 - 01.2010
LANGUAGES
Zulu PERSONAL
ACTING SENIOR MRP CONTROLLER
B-Tech - Industrial Engineering
University Tshwane University of Technology, Tshwane University of Technology
Mechanical Engineering
Tshwane University of Technology
Phoenix College of Johannesbug