The Role:<\/p>\n
\tAs an Asset Lifecycle Support Specialist in our Parts organization, you will balance parts availability, inventory health and working capital across assigned stockrooms. You will use data to set the right parameters, optimise strategic stock, and drive returns and obsolescence actions to ensure the right part is available at the right time for our customers.
\n\tIn addition to core inventory planning responsibilities, you will play a key role in localising and optimising Predictive Operating Cost (POC) models. This involves validating global cost frameworks against Southern African operating conditions, leveraging your own technical insight as well as information gathered through structured collaboration with site-based teams, Product Masters, and technical support groups.<\/p>\n
Key Performance Responsibilities:<\/p>\n
Inventory Planning & Availability<\/p>\n
\tDrive parts availability and customer satisfaction by analysing demand patterns and missed hits, setting optimal stock levels and achieving inventory KPIs (e.g., Fill rate, percentage obsolete\/slow\u2011moving inventory).
\n\tTake accountability for inventory availability across all Parts & Services portfolios, including oversight of specialised and strategic stock categories.
\n\tOwn inventory health for assigned stockrooms, including stock on hand, goods\u2011in\u2011transit, production stock, and obsolescence reserves.
\n\tMotivate, track implementation, and maintain inventory parameters (reorder points, safety stock) for standard assortment and strategic stock; monitor parameter performance and adjust based on signals.
\n\tManage the full lifecycle of strategic stock: identification, business case development, parameterisation and phase\u2011in \/ phase\u2011out planning.<\/p>\n
Stock Optimisation & Returns<\/p>\n
\tConduct analysis to identify obsolete and slow\u2011moving items.
\n\tLead optimisation actions including returns, rebalancing, and supersessions, tracking benefit realisation.
\n\tCoordinate stock returns with relevant stakeholders and adjust plans when required.<\/p>\n
Predictive Operating Cost (POC) Model Management<\/p>\n
\tCollaborate with Sales Area technical teams, the Asset Lifecycle Support team, and site-based personnel to ensure POC models reflect local operating conditions.
\n\tCollect and analyse Sales Area specific operational and performance data to calibrate POC models.
\n\tReview, validate and optimise POC models prior to distribution to stakeholders.
\n\tTrain internal teams, including PSSRs, Sales Support and Product Masters, on interpreting and applying POC outputs effectively.
\n\tIntegrate POC-driven forecasts into the inventory planning process to support accurate demand signals.<\/p>\n
Fleet Data Stewardship<\/p>\n
\tMaintain accurate fleet information across Master Data Global, Fleet App and Aurora.
\n\tMonitor equipment hour capture and use insights to strengthen inventory planning inputs.
\n\tProvide access, support, and training to Fleet App end users.<\/p>\n
Stakeholder Collaboration<\/p>\n
\tReport parts availability and improvements to relevant stakeholders.
\n\tStrengthen customer experience by improving fill rates and aligning inventory with customer needs.
\n\tSupport internal stakeholders with equipment recommended spares information.
\n\tPartner across matrix structures to improve data inputs, assumptions, and process efficiency.
\n\tContribute to regional and global projects affecting planning, stocking strategies, or data models.<\/p>\n
Your Profile:<\/p>\n
\tGrade 12 \/ N3 Equivalent Qualification
\n\tNational Diploma (or equivalent) in Logistics, Supply Chain, or a Relevant Engineering discipline (NQF level 6). \u200b
\n\t5+ years aftermarket, supply chain, or sales support experience.
\n\tDemonstrated forecasting\/demand planning capability.
\n\tUnderstanding of mining equipment and maintenance practices; familiarity with predictive operating cost models or factory\u2011recommended parts lists.
\n\tAdvanced computer literacy (e.g., Excel)
\n\tEnglish proficiency
\n\tStrong knowledge of ERP and business systems (e.g. Aurora, SAP) and BI tools (Microsoft 365, Power BI).<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( http:\/\/home.sandvik ) or<\/p>\n
www.home.sandvik<\/p>\n
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