Summary: Demand Planner Job Vacancy at ALAF Limited

Job Details

  • Company: ALAF Limited
  • Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Job Description

Demand Planner Job Vacancy at ALAF Limited

Position: Demand Planner

About ALAF Limited

ALAF Limited (a member of the Safal Group) is one of Tanzania’s leading manufacturers of high-quality roofing, steel, and building solutions. Committed to operational excellence, quality, and continuous improvement, ALAF Limited provides integrated supply chain solutions serving markets across East Africa.

Position Overview

Job Title

Demand Planner

Organization

ALAF Limited

Reference Number

ALAF05112026/01

Location

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Demand Forecasting & Modeling

Create statistical forecasts using enterprise planning tools; continually improve forecast accuracy and stability; liaise with Sales and Marketing to gather market intelligence inputs prior to monthly Demand Reviews.

Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)

Support the Planning Manager during Demand Review and S&OP meetings; balance conflicting priorities between Sales and Production; extend S&OP tactical planning across quarterly horizons aligned with Business Plan Process (BPP) objectives.

Cross-Functional Coordination

Serve as a central liaison between Sales, Production, Procurement, suppliers, and customers to streamline

process flows

fulfill customer orders on time in full (OTIF), and minimize overall costs.

Inventory & Safety Stock Management

Manage minimum stock balances, Kanban policies, and re-order points within MRP to optimize lead times, prevent stock-outs, and mitigate loss of sales.

Master Data & System Optimization

Establish and maintain robust MRP/ERP Master Data systems; leverage technological solutions to translate market demand inputs seamlessly into supply plans.

New Product Introduction (NPI)

Support the planning, launch, and life-cycle management of new products through retirement.

Performance Tracking & Reporting

Track production plan adherence, report monthly forecast accuracy metrics, and communicate supply constraints affecting delivery schedules.

Team Leadership & Group Alignment

Evaluate training needs and mentor team staff; collaborate with Planning Managers across Safal Group companies to adopt industry best practices and enforce safety/quality compliance.

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Qualifications, Experience & Skills

Required Qualifications & Experience

General Supply Chain Experience

10+ years of overall experience based in Supply Chain management.

Specific Role Experience

Minimum 5 years of direct experience in a Demand Planner or similar senior supply planning role.

Industry Background

Manufacturing or Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector experience.

ERP System Expertise

Advanced hands-on experience as an end-user of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (

SAP ERP preferred

).

Software & IT Skills

High proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Outlook.

Desirable (Added Advantage)

Exposure to advanced demand planning software platforms such as

SAP IBP

Kinaxis RapidResponse

o9 Solutions

or equivalent tools.

Mode of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should apply directly through the employer’s official recruitment portal.

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Application Steps

Prepare an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and relevant supporting documents.

Ensure compliance with all specified experience and ERP requirements.

Submit your application online via the ALAF Limited / Safal Group career portal referencing job code

.

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