What the job is: This role is for a Group Demand and Supply Manager at Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited, based in Midrand, Gauteng. You will be responsible for ensuring the right products are available at the right time while controlling costs. Your work will help meet customer needs, reduce stock shortages, and improve supply chain efficiency.

What you will do: Manage demand and supply planning for imported, locally made, and private-label products. Create accurate forecasts and stock plans, optimize inventory levels, and align stock availability with working capital. Lead a team of demand planners, supply planners, and replenishment specialists while collaborating with buying, commercial intelligence, and logistics teams. Use technology tools (e.g., SAP, F&R, UDF) to enhance stock planning and track performance metrics like forecast accuracy and inventory turnover.

What you need: A degree in Supply Chain, Commerce, Engineering, Statistics, or related field, or 8+ years of experience in demand planning/supply chain. Strong analytical skills, leadership abilities, and cross-functional collaboration experience required. Familiarity with AI/machine learning for forecasting is a plus.

What you will get: A permanent full-time position with growth opportunities in a leading retail pharmacy company. Dynamic environment where expertise in demand and supply planning directly impacts efficiency and profitability.